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FEEBACK
DIGITAL DEPOSIT SOLUTION FOR FESTIVALS OF ALL SIZES
At the end of events, deposit cups are returned and visitors want their money back. This can sometimes be challenging for organisations that are not set up for fast return transactions. For several years now, Feeback has proven itself as an automated, cashless solution using QR codes for reverse debit card payments.
Since disposable plastic cups are no longer permitted at events due to environmental legislation, organisers have been looking for solutions. Visitors are o ered hard and soft cups in exchange for a deposit. These cups must be returned and the deposit paid out. Feeback o ers a digital solution for these processes. Founder Frank Zijlstra: ‘Visitors return their cups to the bar. A receipt with a QR code is printed there. By scanning that code, visitors can have the deposit refunded to their account.’
lations are most visible. Consider its use at large temporary festival locations, stadium events, carnivals, and other multi-day events.’
Transparency
Zijlstra points out the practical advantages of the system. ‘No more hassle with deposit coins and cash register processing. The receipt with QR code is printed immediately via our Cashback Terminal. Visitors do not have to queue for payment. This means they don’t get frustrated and the festival site remains free of plastic waste.’
From festivals to carnival
According to Zijlstra, the Feeback system is suitable for all festivals. ‘In fact, any event with 500 or more visitors where deposit cups are used. Our solution is most e ective at larger events because that’s where the advantages in terms of volume, logistics and regu-
An additional advantage of the Feeback system is that organisers have a real-time overview of the deposit flows. Zijlstra: “Customers have access to an online dashboard. This provides insight into transactions, the number of cups returned and the amount of deposit paid out, among other things. The data can be viewed per event, per day and per location. Many organisers value this transparency.”
Fraud Control
Another aspect of the insight provided by Feeback is control over deposit fraud. A very serious subject according to Zijlstra, to which his company pays a lot of attention. “There are various ways of committing fraud. For example, through tricks involving visitors’ virtual IBANs, but also by employees. To combat this, we have developed Fraud Control. This is software that checks transactions for patterns, such as strikingly recurring names or IBANs. We link that system
Frank Zijlstra
“Our ambition is to make Feeback the standard solution for locations where return flows and payouts come together.”
coming a strategic partner who contributes ideas on how to optimise an important cash flow. Our solution is not only accessible but also financially attractive, especially for larger events. A portion of the deposit amounts is ultimately not redeemed. Data analysis shows that our services therefore cost nothing and actually generate additional profit.”
New insights
to employee lists and use AI to flag suspicious transactions. These payments will be temporarily suspended and reported to the organiser. Meanwhile, the rest of the transactions continue as normal, so that regular visitors are not hindered by the checks.”
Strategic partner
The number of Feeback customers has grown significantly over the past year, says Zijlstra. “Our turnover and profits have doubled, and around 80 per cent of our customers are repeat events. That gives us a lot of confidence. At the same time, new customers are constantly coming on board. These are mainly larger players with multiple events per year. However, the growth is not only in numbers, but also in professionalisation. We are moving from being a supplier to be-
Feedback has now made its way into other sectors such as amusement parks and metal recycling. According to Zijlstra, the system is suitable for any location where many transactions take place involving the collection of materials. ‘This expansion is yielding new insights and partnerships,’ he says. “As a result, our solution is becoming increasingly scalable and better. We work together with banks, payment services and suppliers of collection equipment. Feeback provides the software and payment infrastructure, while partners provide the hardware or financial network.”
Becoming the standard
The next step in the development of the system for the festival market is the introduction of reverse vending machines. Zijlstra: “Think of the machines we already know from PET bottles and cans, but then suitable for hard cups and festival cups. We are in talks with strategic partners with whom we want to strengthen our position in this area, among other things. Our ambition is to make Feeback the standard solution for locations where return flows and payouts come together. The festival world is at the forefront of this.”
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Festivals in motion
The live entertainment sector enters 2026 at a decisive moment. After several years marked by recovery, recalibration and renewed momentum, the festival landscape is once again in motion.
Across Europe, festivals continue to demonstrate their resilience and cultural relevance. Yet the reality is complex. Inflationary pressure, extreme weather conditions, stricter regulations and ongoing debates around data dependency, AI and sustainability demand new choices and more focussed strategies. Visitors, meanwhile, are increasingly conscious of value for money and experience.
It is precisely within this dynamic landscape that the EB Live Festival Guide has found its purpose and relevance. What began over fifteen years ago as an ambitious initiative to map the Dutch festival scene, has grown into an indispensable resource for live entertainment professionals across the Netherlands and Belgium - and far beyond.
First launched as a physical publication during the ESNS Conference in January 2010, the guide was immediately embraced by the industry. Over time, it earned a reputation that goes beyond its name: the ‘festival bible’. While the online version on EBLive.nl ensures up-to-date accessibility in a fast-moving environment, the printed guide remains a trusted desk companion throughout the season.
As always, this publication would not be possible without the commitment of the festivals, partners and advertisers who believe in the value of shared knowledge and visibility. Many of them have supported the EB Live Festival Guide since the very first editions and continue to form the backbone of this annual project. We are very grateful for that confidence.
We invite you to explore this new edition of the EB Live Festival Guide. To discover, to plan, to connect and to be inspired. May it help you navigate the season ahead and remind you why live entertainment, in all its forms, remains one of the most powerful forces in culture.
We also look ahead with confidence to the next phase for iMediate, the publisher of the EB Live Festival Guide, with Frans Vertregt taking responsibility for strategy, commercial direction and day-to-day operations. In that role, Frans also succeeds Mitchel van der Heide, ensuring continuity while further strengthening our ambition to keep the Festival Guide the go-to publication for professionals working in live entertainment.
With that transition, we would like to say a heartfelt thank you and farewell to Mitchel van der Heide. From the very first edition, Mitchel has been closely involved in shaping the EB Live Festival Guide into what it is today, a trusted annual reference for our industry.
Arnold le Fèbre, on behalf of the EB Live Festival Guide team
Arnold le Fèbre PlatformManagerEBLive
Frans Vertregt GeneralManager
Cas Spiertz Editor
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IJSBEELDEN FESTIVAL
edition 21
The Dutch Ice Sculpture Festival returns to Biddinghuizen from 13 December 2025 to 8 March 2026! This year’s theme is Let’s go to the movies: step into iconic film scenes brought to life in ice and snow. From Titanic to Indiana Jones, Alice in Wonderland to Pulp Fiction – 45 international artists transform 1,500 m² into a magical winter world. An unforgettable experience for all ages!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 January-8 March
location Flevo Nice, Biddinghuizen website www.ijsbeelden.nl
FACTS
capacity 150,000 type Indoor
price 19.50 EUR avg. day
organisation EVENTERPRISE BV
email info@ijsbeelden.nl
KLIKOFEST 2026
Rock
Kliko Fest is the annual indoor festival focused on gritty guitars - garage, psych, and punk.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 January
location Patronaat, Haarlem website www.patronaat.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 470 type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Patronaat email info@patronaat.nl
DE VRIENDEN VAN AMSTEL LIVE
Nederlandstalig
Every year, the best artists from the Netherlands provide a dazzling show full of surprises under the familiar chandelier. De Vrienden van Amstel LIVE stands for unique and unexpected collaborations that result in spectacular performances.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-12 January
location Ahoy, Rotterdam
website www.amstel.nl/vriendenvanamstel
FACTS
acts 14 capacity 15,000 type Indoor
price 80.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Tribe Company B.V.
email info@tribecompany.com
B.I.T.C.H. FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 January
location North Sea Venue, Zaandam
website www.crazylandparties.nl
organisation Crazyland
SNEEUWPOP WATERINGEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 January
location Hofpark, Wateringen website www.sneeuwpop.nl
organisation Sneeuwpop
email sneeuwpopwateringen@gmail.com
DE LEIDSE BLUES- EN JAZZWEEK
Blues, Jazz
The Leiden Blues and Jazz Week 2025 takes place from Monday, January 20 to Sunday, January 26, with the Pub Crawl on Wednesday, January 22. The event will kick off with an opening in the Stadsfoyer of Leiden’s City Hall. Throughout the week, there will be over 80 performances, films, and workshops across the city, with the Pub Crawl featuring more than 25 concerts in various cafés and venues. For the full schedule, check the website, which will be updated as the event approaches.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-26 January
location Leiden
website www.deleidsejazzweek.nl
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting de Leidse Jazzweek
email info@deleidsejazzweek.nl
EUROSONIC NOORDERSLAG
ESNS is an independent platform dedicated to the promotion and discovery of new European and Dutch music. Founded in 1986, ESNS hosts an annual showcase festival and music conference across venues in Groningen, the Netherlands. The festival presents emerging European and Dutch acts, ranging from mainstream pop to progressive finds. The conference is geared at trailblazing the music industry towards a sustainable future, presenting knowledge on industry-leading topics and innovation.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-17 January
location City centre, Groningen
website www.esns.nl
FACTS
acts 350 capacity 40,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation ESNS email info@esns.nl
WRITERS
UNLIMITED INTERNATIONAAL LITERATUURFESTIVAL DEN HAAG
Literature, Singer-Songwriter edition 31
Celebrating the written and spoken word, Writers Unlimited presents new voices, literary greats, inspiring speakers and performers from around the world. During four festival days, festival events take place all over The Hague in theatres, museums, public libraries and schools. Programme highlights include Friday and Saturday Night Unlimited: festival nights featuring authors, poets and spoken word artists performing on five stages at Theater aan het Spui and Filmhuis Den Haag.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-25 January
location Theater aan het Spui, Filmhuis Den Haag, Mauritshuis, GR8, Dakota e.a.
website www.writersunlimited.nl
FACTS
acts 140 capacity 4,500 type Indoor
organisation Writers Unlimited
email info@writersunlimited.nl
booker Judith Uyterlinde
booker email info@writersunlimited.nl
Rossummedia voor Art of Dance
SUPREMACY - RETURN TO THE CLASSICS
Hardstyle edition 1
In January 2026, we will bring back the anthems that defined a generation and celebrate the raw era that’s embedded in our DNA. It’s time to relive the legacy, it’s time to return to the classics.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 January
location Jaarbeurs, Utrecht website www.supremacyclassics.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Art of Dance email info@artofdance.nl
VASTENAVEND ST. KRABBEGAT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 January
location Bergen op Zoom website www.bergenopzoom.nl
organisation Gemeente Bergen op Zoom
TIJDMASJIEN FESTIVAL
House, Pop
WESTERN EXPERIENCE
End the summer with the best throwback festival! The jukebox is running at full speed with the biggest hits from the 80’s, 90’s, 00’s and today. Prepare for a festival day full of dancing, confetti, sing-alongs and non-stop hits. Be surprised by activities that give you that teenage feeling again and enjoy all the flashbacks from the past!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 January
location Thuishaven, Amsterdam
website www.tijdmasjien.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions -
Country, Singer-Songwriter edition 29
The Western Experience is Europe’s largest indoor country festival, with lots of ‘experience’. We have Western riding, shopping, Native Americans, linedancing, music and a lot of atmosphere!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-25 January
location Brabanthallen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.westernexperience.com
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 15,000 type Indoor
price 23.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Western Experience BV
email Info@westernexperience.com
booker Western Experience BV
booker email Info@westernexperience.com
SNEEUWBAL WINTERFESTIVAL
Dance, Hard techno, House, Techno edition 12
The ultimate winter rave! Sneeuwbal Winterfestival is a snow-themed electronic outdoor festival in the heart of Utrecht. Held each January, the city’s Park Transwijk buzzes with house and techno beats from afternoon till night. Winter activities and lots of sizzling delicacies will keep you warm. Dresscode: ski outfit!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 January
location Park Transwijk, Utrecht website www.sneeuwbalfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 40.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
BLUE
Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 4
BLUE festival is an indoor music winter festival that brings warmth and light in the dark and short days around Blue Monday. BLUE festival will lift your mood with a great line-up, heart warming food and fun winter activities.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 February
location Oeverpark, Zevenhuizerplas, Rotterdam website www.bluefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 13,000 type Indoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Vivre Productions email info@bluefestival.nl
booker Robert Boevé booker email robert@vivreproductions.nl
BORING
Boring is a new music, theatre and art festival in unique locations across Haarlem. Boring features a multidisciplinary programme, challenging artists to step out of their comfort zones and create one-of-a-kind experiences. No white cubes. No theatres. No regular stage performances.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 February
location Haarlem website www.boringfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
price 29.50 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Parklab email info@boringfestival.nl
DAS ALPHEN APRÈS-SKI FEST
Nederlandstalig edition 2
The ultimate Après-Ski Party: a snowy celebration like no other!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 February
location Aan de Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.dasalphenfest.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 1,500 type Indoor
price 22.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer
organisation Fris & Fruitig Events email info@dasalphenfest.nl
booker Jason Tuhumena
booker email info@dasalphenfest.nl
Tineke
GRAUZONE
Experimental, Gothic, Pop, Rock, Techno
Grauzone presents a diverse and cutting-edge programme where music, film and art complement each other. It features young talent as well as established names rooted in or influenced by the underground music scene from new wave, electronic to psychedelic and experimental. The program consists of performances by (international) bands and DJ’s, a symposium with lectures and interviews, an exhibition and a film program.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 February
location Paard, Koorenhuis, Grey Space, Barthkapel, Den Haag website www.grauzonefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 65 type Indoor organisation Grauzone Festival email info@grauzonefestival.com
Klamer
WHERE PASSION MEETS PERFECTION
23 MAART 2026 HOTEL DE WAGENINGSCHE BERG
IRISH PUB FESTIVAL
The Irish Pub Festival aims to recreate the feel and experience of the well known Temple Bar district in Dublin. We deliver the genuine feel of Ireland of by creating an evening of the best of Irish Traditional live music in various towns in The Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 February
location City centre, Deventer website www.irishpubfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 14 capacity 2,000
price Free
organisation Irish Pub Festival email info@irishpubfestival.nl
booker N.Shannon
booker email info@irishpubfestival.nl
HENDRICK’S FEST
Blues, Folk, Pop, Rock edition 10
Hendrick’s Fest is back and this time, it’s all about craft beer. After last year’s Irish pub vibes, we’re diving deep into the world of specialty brews. Expect bold flavors, rare finds, and a buzzing atmosphere where beer lovers unite. From hoppy IPAs to rich stouts, Hendrick’s Fest celebrates the art of brewing in every glass.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 February
location Evenemententerrein De Bijlen, Alphen aan den Rijn
website www.hendricksfest.nl
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 1,250 type Indoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting Hendrick’s Fest email info@hendricksfest.nl
booker Daan van Termeij
booker email daan@ktevents.nl
LANSINGER WINTERLAND
Classic, Hardcore, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop
Spend your winter at the ultimate winter festival filled with crazy après-ski and the best party and nineties hits. Visitors won’t get cold in their retro skisuits, while dancing at the covered and heated stages and foodcourt!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 February
location Annie M.G. Schmidtpark, Bergschenhoek website www.lansingerwinterland.nl
FACTS
capacity 9,500 type Outdoor
price 31.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
booker The Zoo Events booker email info@thezooevents.nl
WINTERBIERFESTIVAL
During the Winter Beer Festival at Scheltema Leiden, a number of small Dutch brewers present themselves with various winter beers. Upon entering, visitors will receive the starter pack ordered in advance. The Winter Beer Festival Leiden lasts from 13.30 to 18.00 hours.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 February
location Scheltema, Leiden website www.bierwandeling.nl/winterbierfestival-leiden
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation ProKwadraat email info@prokwadraat.nl
AMSTERDAM INTERNATIONAL SALSA FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-22 February
location Amsterdam
organisation Rhone Events email ivanposchi@gmail.com
DAG IN DE BRANDING
edition 75
Festival Dag in de Branding has become one of the leading platforms for new music in the Netherlands. Dag in de Branding organizes three one-day programs a year, during which concerts are staged at locations all across The Hague. The festival showcases the latest developments in classical and improvised music, in music theatre, jazz, pop, as well as in opera and electronic music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 February
location Several, Den Haag website www.dagindebranding.nl
organisation Johan Wagenaar Stichting email info@dagindebranding.nl -
ROTTERDAM RAVE ‘KICK OFF’
Next February Rotterdam Rave is back at Ahoy for the annual Kick-Off. Expect a 2.0 version of the last Kick-Off and a brand new light setup.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 February
location Rotterdam website www.rotterdamrave.com email info@rotterdamrave.com
UTRECHT INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL
Comedy
edition 12
The Utrecht International Comedy Festival has put the charming city of Utrecht on the map as one of the best destinations to see live stand-up comedy in The Netherlands. During the final weekend of the Utrecht International Comedy Festival on the 6th and 7th of March 2026 all floors of concert hall TivoliVredenburg will once again be turned into a giant playground for comedians and comedy fans from all over the globe.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 February-7 March
location TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht website www.utrechtinternationalcomedyfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 4,000 type Indoor
organisation Stichting Utrecht International Comedy Festival email info@uicf.nl
booker Jeroen Pater
booker email jeroen@uicf.nl
www.photoa.nl
KARNAVAL FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig
Karnaval Festival is an unique festival which combines the harder styles with the party atmosphere and music of the Dutch carnival tradition. Harder-styles artists make mashups, bootlegs and crazy remixes of Dutch party music, creating an entirely new music genre called ‘karnastyle’.
The visitors dress-up in the craziest costumes and trucks with huge sound systems surround the mainstage. Karnaval Festival is the biggest karnastyle festival around.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 February
location Brabanthallen, ‘S-Hertogenbosch website www.karnavalfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Intents Evenementen email klantenservice@intentsfestival.nl
A STATE OF TRANCE
Trance
In 2001, Armin van Buuren created ‘A State of Trance,’ which has since evolved into one of the world’s largest trance music events. In 2025, this event is scheduled to be held at Ahoy Rotterdam and will span three days! Tickets are available via: www.festival.astateoftrance.com/ tickets
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 February-1 March
location Ahoy, Rotterdam website festival.astateoftrance.com
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 50,000 type Indoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Alda email info@aldalive.com
VEGGIEWORLD UTRECHT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 March
location Utrecht
website www.veggieworld.de/nl/event/utrecht-nl
PEELPOP
Metal, Pop, Rock
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 February-1 March
location Nia Domo, Boekel
website www.peelpop.nl
FACTS
acts 7 capacity 1,500 type Indoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Peelpop email info@peelpop.nl
7 VIBES JOURNEY
7 Vibes Journey is the world’s first multi-level party experience and an international community that redefines the boundaries of nightlife and conscious living. A journey through seven music worlds with focus on dance, art and fantasy. An evening festival since 2017 for creative souls, passionate dancers, music lovers, mindfulness seekers and dreamland explorers who enjoy life and grow together.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 February
location Westweelde, Amsterdam
website www.7vibesjourney.com
organisation 7 Vibes Family email info@7vibesjourney.com
C2C: COUNTRY TO COUNTRY
Country
C2C: Country to Country stands as Europe’s premier multi-day country music festival, drawing in tens of thousands of attendees from around the globe. C2C showcases a combination of country music icons alongside up-andcoming talent from Nashville, the UK, and Europe. While it initially kicked off at the O2 Arena, it swiftly spread its wings with editions in Dublin and Glasgow. Since 2019, the festival has expanded to the Netherlands and Germany, with both editions occurring on the same weekend.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 March
location RTM Stage, Rotterdam website www.c2c-countrytocountry.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,500 type Indoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Greenhouse Talent email info@greenhousetalent.nl
booker Jora Vullings
booker email jora@greenhousetalent.nl
APNA HOLI COLOUR SENSATION 2026
- OFFICIAL HOLI PARTY
World edition 26
Once a year, Rotterdam’s Zuiderpark explodes in a rainbow of colours during APNA Holi Colour Sensation. A vibrant celebration of unity, joy and new beginnings. Everyone is equal, connected by music and bursts of colour. Blending cultural tradition with modern festival energy, APNA Holi Colour Sensation brings DJs and live performances. It’s a joyful explosion of diversity, respect, and togetherness, a festival that literally colours Rotterdam with happiness. Inspired by Culture, Powered by APNA.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 March
location Zuiderpark, Rotterdam website www.apna.at/holi
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation APNA email info@apna.nl
booker APNA
booker email info@apna.nl
Charles Batenburg
A DAY AT THE PARK
Dance, Hiphop, House
A Day at the Park is there for us: The Rotterdammer and for the ravers who want to experience a truly good party in 010 (Rotterdam). In the greenest hotspot of Rotterdam, we come together every year to celebrate the icons of the city.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-14 March
location Laurenskerk, Rotterdam website www.adayatthepark.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation A Day at the Park email info@adayatthepark.nl
LATIN WEEKENDER
Enjoy three days of the Latin Lifestyle! The ultimate weekend getaway for groups of friends and Latin lovers. With salsa, bachata and kizomba parties, workshops, bootcamps, shows, a pool party.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 March
location Center Parcs Limburgse Peel, America website www.latinweekender.com
organisation DUCOS Productions email info@ducos.com
HEADBANGERS PARADE
Metal, Rock edition 3
Headbangers Parade 2026 transforms the Klokgebouw in Eindhoven into a world where heavy music, art and attitude collide. Across two nights, global sensations Poppy and Carpenter Brut headline an experience that blends futuristic pop metal with dark cinematic synthwave. Expect pounding beats, immersive visuals and a bold celebration of alternative culture. This is not just a festival, it is a statement for everyone who lives and breathes the future of heavy music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-14 March
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.headbangers-parade.com
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 4,500 type Indoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Headbangers Parade email info@headbangers-parade.com
booker Sjoerd Ewals
booker email bookings@headbangers-parade.com
VERKNIPT X F2F | ZIGGO DOME
Hard techno, Techno
The collab you didn’t know you needed is here: Verknipt X Face 2 Face. For the very first time, two powerhouses join forces: bringing the largest Face 2 Face show in Europe to the legendary Ziggo Dome.
The Verknipt intensity meets the F2F energy, inside one of the most iconic venues in the Netherlands. This night will rewrite the rules.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 March
location Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam website www.verknipt.org/ziggo-dome
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Indoor
ticketer
organisation Verknipt
email info@verknipt.org
booker Verknipt
booker email info@verknipt.org
MUZIEK BIJ DE BUREN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 March
location Vlaardingen website www.muziekbijdeburenvld.nl
FACTS
acts 30
organisation Stichting muziek bij de buren email info@muziekbijdeburen.nl
INTERNATIONAAL KAMERMUZIEKFESTIVAL SCHIERMONNIKOOG
edition 15
The Schiermonnikoog Festival combines music with nature. Twice a year, the festival offers masterclasses, documentaries, lectures and trips into the island’s beautiful surroundings. Both in spring ánd autumn, over 200 musicians from across the world travel to the peaceful island of Schiermonnikoog, dedicating this week to their music and performance. The intimacy of chamber music and the unique nature of the island enhance one another’s beauty, and give the festival its unique character.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-19 March
location Schiermonnikoog website www.schiermonnikoogfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Internationaal Kamermuziekfestival Schiermonnikoog email info@schiermonnikoogfestival.nl
SUNSATION
Sunsation has been an annual pop festival in the village of Middelstum since 1988. Over the past 38 years, a wide range of artists have performed on our stage, including Golden Earring, Anouk, Within Temptation, De Dijk and Rowwen Hèze. Today, Sunsation focuses mainly on dance and Dutch-language music. In recent years, artists such as Paul Elstak, Quintino, Wildstylez, Code Black and Boogshe have played at the Dance Event. On the Dutch Evening, performers have included Gerard Joling, the 3JS and Frans Duijts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-28 March
location Festivalterrein Middelstum, Middelstum website www.sunsation.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 2,750 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Stichting Feestweek Middelstum email info@sunsation.nl
booker Eling Zuidhof booker email eling@sunsation.nl
BLUEZY BLUESFESTIVAL
The Bluezy Blues Festival Ridderkerk is an annual event in Ridderkerk. Once originated as a one-time musical party we are already looking forward to the 20th edition which will take place on Saturday, April 5, 2025 in recreation center De Fakkel in Ridderkerk. International top acts will be combined with our own national toppers. A music party you must attend!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 March
location Sportlaan 8-10, Ridderkerk website www.bluezybluesfestival.nl
organisation Stichting Blues & Rootsmuziek Ridderkerk
VOORJAARSKERMIS HELMOND
Nederlandstalig, Pop
DJ FRANCOIS PRESENTS: THE CLASSIXS
Dance, House, Trance
Mark it down in your calendar: The always fun Spring Fair Helmond 2026 will take place from Friday, March 20 through Sunday, March 29, 2026. With more than 40 attractions spread throughout the center of Helmond, it promises to be a fun fair for young and old!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-29 March
location Markt / Ameidewal / Marktstraat / Watermolenwal, Helmond website www.helmondkermis.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Gemeente Helmond email gemeente@helmond.nl
booker Geert Blenckers booker email geert@gjdbv.nl
After an amazing Classixs year, we look ahead to DJ Francois presents The Classixs 2026! The king of Classixs, DJ Francois, will once again descend upon the Klokgebouw Eindhoven. And of course he and his Classixs team will provide a day filled with the tastiest classics! Get yourself involved and stay informed about tickets, line-up and much more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-22 March
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.theclassixs.nl
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Indoor price 42.50 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
booker Minority Events booker email info@minorityevents.nl
LAK AAN DE KAK
Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 2
On Saturday 21 March 2026, we’ll turn Breepark into the biggest barn in the South – again! Lak aan de Kak brings the true Brabant ‘schuurfeest’ vibe: Dutch clogs, beer, and plenty of ‘gezelligheid’. Hosted by Sensation Events & Breepark. One night only - join the party!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 March
location Breepark, Breda
website www.lakaandekak.nl
FACTS
acts 11 capacity 13,000 type Indoor
ticketer CM.com
organisation Breepark & Sensation Events
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SNOWBASS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 March
location Balkenhaven, Zaandam
website www.snowbass.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
SNOLLEBOLLEKES LIVE IN CONCERT
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop
Snollebollekes is the most popular Dutch party act of this moment! After 14 sold out stadium shows, it’s time for one final weekend of crazy shows this year! Together with a lot of guest artists, the ‘nightingale of the south’ will let you shoot out of your tights again!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 March
location GelreDome, Arnhem website www.snollebollekeslive.nl
FACTS
capacity 40,000 type Indoor
price 30.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Matrixx Events
email info@matrixx.nl
SOUTHERN BLUESNIGHT
Blues, Roots edition 28
The 28th edition of the biggest indoor blues festival of the South returns! Each March, Theater Heerlen becomes home to Southern BluesNight: an electrifying celebration where blues tradition meets bold new sound. The first names are announced, with more to come. Featuring Michelle David & The True-Tones (USA), Studebaker John & Shakedown Cadillacs (USA/BEL), Cedric Burnside Trio (USA), Mississippi MacDonald (UK) and Doctor Velvet (NL). Join us for an unforgettable night of world-class blues.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 March
location PLT Theater, Heerlen
website www.southernbluesnight.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 1,100 type Indoor
price 45.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Itix
organisation Parkstad Limburg Theaters
email kassa@plt.nl
booker Betti Plug
booker email b.plug@plt.nl
TARIBUSH KUNA FESTIVAL
Dance, Experimental, Folk, Nederlandstalig, Singer-Songwriter
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-29 March
location Nationaal Park Dwingelderveld, Lheebroek website www.taribushfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 12,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Recras
organisation Stichting Taribush Festival email festival@tari.nl
TRANSITION
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 March
location TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht website www.transitionfestival.nl
type Indoor
Jim Arbogast
Michiel ter Elst
MASTERS OF HARDCORE
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Masters of Hardcore is the world’s leading hardcore event. What started as an underground movement to preserve hardcore music in the late 90’s, evolved into the biggest and most influential hardcore brand on the globe. Each year over 30.000 dedicated fanatics come together and celebrate hardcore in its purest form.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 March
location Brabanthallen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.mastersofhardcore.com
FACTS
capacity 30,000 type Indoor
organisation Art of Dance email info@mastersofhardcore.com
BERGSE BLUESROUTE
Blues edition 28
The 28th edition of the Bergse Blues Route takes place in various pubs and cafés in the city centre of Bergen op Zoom, as well as at pop venue Gebouw-T.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 April
location Various stages in the city center, Bergen op Zoom website www.liveatzoom.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 1,500 type Indoor
price 15.00 EUR avg. day
organisation St.Liveatzoom email info@liveatzoom.nl
booker Ton de Bont booker email apmdebont@cs.com -
DGTL FESTIVAL
Get ready to immerse yourself in the ultimate electronic music experience at DGTL Amsterdam 2026, returning to the NDSM Docklands in April! Explore immersive stage designs, cutting-edge electronic music, and a weekend filled with creative surprises. Join us in uncovering new facets of music culture, alongside a diverse lineup featuring both rising talents and celebrated icons.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 April
location NDSM-werf, Amsterdam website www.dgtl.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Apenkooi Events
DIJKPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-4 April
location, Andijk website www.dijkpop.nl
organisation Stichting Dijkpop email info@dijkpop.nl
MERLINPOP
Merlinpop has been the region’s go-to festival for years, kicking off the new festival season! During the Easter weekend, bands and DJs come together to throw an unforgettable party at Merlinpop.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 April
location OJC Merlin, Meerlo website www.merlinpop.nl
FACTS
capacity 4,000 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Stichting Merlinpop Meerlo
email Info@merlinpop.nl
booker Dirk Jacobs
booker email dirk.jacobs@merlinpop.nl
PAASPOP
Comedy, Dance, Hiphop, House, Rock
Paaspop (during the Easter weekend) in Schijndel is the most beautifully decorated festival in Europe! It has a truly outstanding and impressive program of theatre, cabaret, high class entertainment, stand-up comedy and especially a lot of music in all genresranging from hip-hop to “heavy”; and from electronic to singer-songwriters. In 2025 Paaspop welcomed 300 acts playing on 18 stages & area’s during 3 days for 115.000 visitors. Paaspop also offers one the best Dutch festival camp sites.
PAASPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 April
location Festivalterrein De Molenheide, Schijndel website www.paaspop.nl
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 115,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Paaspop B.V. email demi@thisislive.group
booker Joey Ruchtie booker email joey@paaspop.nl
PRILPOP FESTIVAL
House, Metal, Pop, Trance, World edition 42
Prilpop has been the most fun, free-entry festival in the Netherlands for over 40 years. What started as a small Easter weekend event with bands playing at OJC Walhalla in Sevenum has grown into a lively festival with four stages, right in the middle of a residential neighborhood. Still hosted at OJC Walhalla, Still in Sevenum and still fully organized by a passionate team of volunteers.
The heart of Prilpop lies in new, unknow talent. They can apply from October to earn a spot on our stages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-6 April
location OJC Walhalla, Sevenum website www.prilpop.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Prilpop Pretcommissie email info@prilpop.nl booker email programmering@prilpop.nl
OUDE LIEFDE ROEST NIET
Hardcore, Hardstyle edition 10
4 indoor area’s with the best in early hardstyle, early rave and classics.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 April
location Graffitihal The Loods, Roosendaal website www.oudeliefderoestniet.nl
FACTS
capacity 1,600 type Indoor price 34.75 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Focus Events email Info@focus-events.nl
PAASPOP ZIEUWENT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 April
location City centre, Ziewent website www.paaspop-zieuwent.nl organisation Stichting Paaspop-Zieuwent email info@paaspop-zieuwent.nl
PAASPOP DEN HOUT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 April
location Oosterhout
website www.paaspop.com
organisation Stichting Paaspop Den Hout email bram@paaspop.com
BIGBAND FESTIVAL
Surprising (international) big bands, blues and rock acts take over the city centre of Goor (Hof van Twente). The festival also features an international beer market, street art, and a “Blue Note Square” for children. Bigband Festival Goor guarantees an attractive musical Easter Monday for the whole family!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 April
location City centre, Goor website www.bigbandfestivalgoor.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting BigBand Festival Goor email info@bigbandfestivalgoor.nl
IMPAKT FESTIVAL
IMPAKT Festival is a five-day multimedia event featuring exhibitions, film screenings, lectures, panels, performances, presentations and artist talks at venues across Utrecht, the Netherlands. The festival presents critical and creative perspectives on contemporary media culture and showcases innovative audiovisual art in an interdisciplinary context.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-12 April
location Utrecht
website www.impakt.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Voordemensen
organisation Stichting IMPAKT email info@impakt.nl
AAIPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 April
location Nijland
website www.aaipop.frl
REWIRE
Experimental edition 15
For its 15th edition from 9–12 April 2026, Rewire will return to the city centre of The Hague to present forward-thinking and genre-bending music that’s brimming with exploratory spirit. The festival takes place in a diverse range of venues, including concert halls, theatres, churches, night clubs, galleries, and public space: showcasing a microcosm of experimental and boundary-pushing music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-12 April
location Various venues, Den Haag website www.rewirefestival.nl
acts 200 capacity 15,000 type Indoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Rewire
email hello@rewirefestival.nl
booker Rewire
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DUTCH CHILI FEST
On Sunday April 12th, the Klokgebouw will once again be the setting for all things spicy: chili peppers, hot sauce, sambal, you name it. At the famous Dutch Chili Fest market you can find everything that has to do with chili peppers and the associated lifestyle. You can also enjoy good food (not just spicy food!), craft beer, the infamous eating competitions, live music and a generally pleasant get-together!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 April
location Eindhoven website www.dutchchilifest.nl
organisation ChiliFest email info@chilifest.be
BREGEPOP FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 April
location Scharsterbrug website www.bregepop.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Bregepop email info@bregepop.nl
TAAIPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 April
location Cafe de Paus, Lutjebroek website www.taaipop.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Stichting Taaipop email info@taaipop.nl
REBIRTH FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Urban
On April 10, 11 & 12, 2026, we kick off the festival season in style at REBiRTH Festival! Get ready for the ultimate weekend filled with harder styles and an electrifying start to the summer. Gather your friends and join over fifty thousand fanatics under the spring sun for an unforgettable experience with every beat, every moment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 April
location Antwerpsebaan, Helvoirt website www.rebirth-festival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation REBiRTH Festival B.V. email info@rebirth-festival.nl
PLEINPOP
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 April
location Alphen website www.pleinpop.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 3,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Evenementen Alphen email info@pleinpop.nl
BRABANTSE WAL FESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop
edition 15
Brabantse Wal Festival is a four-day festival in Hoogerheide, in the West Brabant region of the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 April
location Scheldeweg, Hoogerheide website www.brabantsewalfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 3,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Stichting PrimeraPOP email info@brabantsewalfestival.nl
booker Niels van Elzakker
booker email niels@brabantsewalfestival
SENCITY FESTIVAL
Dance, Experimental, Hiphop, Literature, Pop
Sencity Festival is an immersive, multi-sensory festival where deaf, hearing-impaired and hearing visitors experience culture with all their senses. When the artist gives a dazzling live performance, they are supported by a deaf performer or music interpreter. All while the aroma jockey spreads scents that enhance the emotion of the song and a chef prepares matching snacks. The visuals and light show fit seamlessly while the audience is going wild on a vibrating, luminous dance floor.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 April
location TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht website www.sencity.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 1,500 type Indoor ticketer TivoliVredenburg
organisation Stichting Possibilize email info@possibilize.today
Jessie Kamp
MOMO FESTIVAL
Experimental, Folk, Hiphop, Pop, Rock
MOMO Festivbal is here! Remember that MOMO energy? We’re back with the next edition, and it’s going to be even better. MOMO Festival brings you a cutting-edge music programme and an exciting line-up of emerging artists across music, performance and art - from Rotterdam and beyond.
Get your ticket now to secure your spot at Rotterdam’s iconic music, arts and performance festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-18 April
location Various Locations, Rotterdam website www.motelmozaique.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 9,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 100.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Stichting Motel Mozaïque email info@motelmozaique.nl
ROADBURN FESTIVAL
Experimental, Folk, Gothic, Hardcore, Metal
Roadburn Festival has become Europe’s leading underground festival for heavy music of all types. Unrestricted by genre, the Roadburn line-up regularly champions scene-defining bands and pioneers alongside up and coming artists who blur the boundaries effortlessly. Despite it’s well regarded reputation and broad critical acclaim, Roadburn remains something of a boutique festival, and very much underground in ethos but with seriously big league production values.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-19 April
location 013 Poppodium & Spoorzone, Tilburg website www.roadburn.com
FACTS
capacity 4,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 284.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Roadburn Festival email info@roadburn.com
booker Roadburn Festival
booker email info@roadburn.com
THE AMSTERDAM COFFEE FESTIVAL
For one weekend only, the world of coffee unites under one roof... The Amsterdam Coffee Festival returns to the Westergas for 3 days of caffeinated fun on 3 - 5 April 2025. Taste exceptional specialty coffees. Meet the best European baristas & roasters. Discover new kit, gear & latest innovations. Learn from the experts. Enjoy cocktails, beats & good times.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-18 April
location NDSM-Werf, Amsterdam website www.amsterdamcoffeefestival.com
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Indoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation The Amsterdam Coffee Festival email info@amsterdamcoffeefestival.com
BOOSTER FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Techno, World edition 13
Booster Festival connects the creative music industry. It’s a combination between a music conference and a showcasefestival, so it’s the perfect place to meet and enjoy the music industry in the east of the Netherlands. On 15 different stages, 50 talented musicians are presenting their shows to music lovers and industry professionals. 2 days of music in Enschede!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 April
location Binnenstad, Enschede website www.boosterfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 10,000 type Indoor admission Free
organisation PAMM Productions email hallo@boosterfestival.nl
booker Pim Kokkeler
booker email hallo@boosterfestival.nl
Tjeerd
Derkink
HARDFEST
Hardcore, Hardstyle
HARDFEST is a renowned hard dance festival in the East of the Netherlands. A true tradition that annually brings together over 18,500 diehards from all over Europe. Addicted to the same thing: the best of the hardstyle and hardcore scene. Spread over several areas you will hear the sickest combinations, latest live acts, best classics and the finest talents. Mark your calendar!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 April
location University of Twente, Enschede website www.hardfest.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 18,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Absolutely Fresh email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
booker Marc van Oosterbaan
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SMARTLAPPENFESTIVAL AMERSFOORT
Nederlandstalig edition 24
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 April
location Centrum, Amersfoort website www.smartlappenfestivalamersfoort.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Smartlappenfestival Amersfoort email smartlappenfestivalamersfoort@gmail.com
INJAZZ
Jazz
For many years, inJazz has promoted Dutch jazz and its composers on both a national and an international level. An initiative of BumaStemra, inJazz has become known as the Netherlands’ main showcase, conference and networking event for jazz music and its affiliate genres.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-25 April
location, Rotterdam & Amsterdam website www.injazz.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 1,500 type Indoor price Free ticketer
organisation Buma Cultuur email info@injazz.nl
KONINGSDAG GOUDA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Centrum, Gouda website www.oranjecomitegouda.nl/programma
ORANJEPOP DIRKSLAND
Dance, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 25
Celebrate 25 years of Oranjepop Dirksland with two unforgettable days full of live music and orange energy! Oranjenacht (Apr 24) – The ultimate Dutch pub night with top artists including André Hazes, Gerard Joling & more.
Oranjepop (Apr 25) – The region’s best King’s Day festival featuring Anouk, Diggy Dex, Bökkers, Baby Blue & La Fuente. Two days of indoor tent-stages, outdoor food trucks, bars & more in Dirksland!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-25 April
location Mozartsingel, Dirksland website www.oranjepopdirksland.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 5,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 42.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Stichting GO for Music email oranjepopdirksland@gmail.com
booker Leon Blokland
booker email leonblokland@gmail.com
CLAIMING THE CROWN
Rock edition 12
Claiming The Crown: Breda’s finest indoor punkrock festival, since 2009.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location De Avenue, Breda website claimingthecrown.wordpress.com
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 150 type Indoor price 10.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Greenbag email coen@greenbag.nl
booker Coen Floren booker email coen@greenbag.nl
ELECTRIC ORANGE
Celebrate King’s Night and King’s Day at Stadhuisplein in Eindhoven at Royal Dutch. Admission is free and we invite the coolest artists every year! We will be back in the heart of Eindhoven in 2026!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location Eindhoven website www.electricorange.nl
type Outdoor
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DE HELDEN VAN ORANJE
Celebrating King’s Night with the Heroes of Orange in the City Park in Groningen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Drafbaan, Groningen website www.deheldenvanoranje.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
ORANJEKOORTS: DE CIRCUSEDITIE
Dance, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location de Markt, Delft website www.oranjekoortsfestival.nl
type Outdoor
organisation De Burgemeesters email info@deburgemeesters.nl
DE REACTIE
House, Techno
Enschede’s epicentre on Kingsnight: DE REACTIE. A massive techno rave done proper! A stunning location, huge sound system and the best DJ’s from around the world - the ultimate formula for a real rave on the night before the King’s Birthday. Ranging from catchy house to the harder styles of techno and anything in between, this is the place to be for electronic music lovers in the east of the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location University of Twente, Enschede website www.dereactie.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Basic Grooves, Absolutely Fresh email info@basicgrooves.nl
booker Bas Amro
booker email info@basicgrooves.nl
King of my Castle | Baroef
KING OF MY CASTLE
edition 5
Join us for the royal festivities at the enchanting King of my Castle festival in Deurne! On April 26th and 27th, as the gates swing open to the castle garden, get ready to bask in the vibrant spirit of King’s Night and King’s Day.
Experience the thrill of our lineup while indulging in your favorite drink, surrounded by a sea of orange. From pulsating beats to a jubilant atmosphere, this festival promises two days of pure euphoria and celebration.
See you at King of my Castle 2026!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location Kasteelplein, Deurne website www.kingofmycastle.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Baroef email Info@Baroef.nl
booker Frans Feest
booker email Frans@baroef.nl
KING’S NIGHT & DAY
When it comes to organising the Kings’ birthday party, Eindhoven is the king of King’s Day. With previously over more than 220,000 visitors, King’s Day in Eindhoven is one of the largest King’s Day locations in The Netherlands. During King’s Day, the city of Eindhoven offers several activities, flea markets and feasts which are divided in themes such as Dance, Music and Family.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location City Centre, Eindhoven
website www.eindhovenisking.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Koningsdag Eindhoven
email info@eindhovenisking.nl
KINGDANCE FESTIVAL
Dance
Kingdance Festival is one of the biggest festivals on ‘Kingsday’ in The Netherlands. With over 50.000 party people divided over two days, who are all dressed up in orange, this festival is unique and one-of-a-kind. Are you ready to rumble?
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Wijthmenerplas, Zwolle website www.kingdance.nl
FACTS
capacity 35,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation High Energy Events email ruben@highenergyevents.nl
booker Ruben Rijssenbeek booker email ruben@highenergyevents.nl
KONINGSNACHT HELMOND
Hardstyle, Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig, Urban edition 15
Mark Sunday, April 26, 2026, for King’s Night in Helmond’s vibrant city center! Enjoy nonstop party vibes with many DJs and live bands performing across 6 outdoor stages. This popular event features diverse festive bands and draws big crowds year after year. Plus, don’t miss King’s Day on April 27 with markets, kids’ activities, sports squares, and more fun for all ages!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location Center, Helmond website www.koningsfeestenhelmond.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events email info@helmondcityevents.nl
booker Geert Blenckers
booker email info@helmondcityevents.nl
MATRIXX ORANJEFEEST
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop
On Kingsnight and Kingsday special host King Willy will take over the Trans in Arnhem. He serves the orange crowd with the best party music and guilty pleasures! With a lot of party acts performing, the Trans is the place to be in Arnhem during two days of Kingsday craziness!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location Trans, Arnhem website www.matrixxoranjefeest.nl
acts 15 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Matrixx Events email info@matrixx.nl
KINGSWORLD
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Zuiderpark, Den Haag website www.kingsworlddenhaag.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Hofstad Festivals email timo@raak-events.com
ROYAL DUTCH
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Urban
Royal Dutch is the largest Kings Night and Day festival in Eindhoven. On April 26th and 27th the Stadhuisplein will turn orange and the birthday of our King will be celebrated generously. Royal Dutch Eindhoven is accessible free of charge in the heart of Eindhoven and invites the best artists to celebrate this party in a grand manner.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location Stadhuisplein, Eindhoven
website www.royaldutcheindhoven.nl
type Outdoor
admission Free organisation First Vision email info@firstvision.nl
KONINGSDAG DOETINCHEM
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Doetinchem
website www.doetinchem.nl
organisation Gemeente Doetinchem
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THE LIFE I LIVE KONINGSNACHT
Blues, Dance, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 14
The Hague has a rich pop history. THE LIFE I LIVE Kingsnight, named after a 1960s Q65 hit, annually celebrates The Hague as a pop city. Since its start, it has showcased emerging and established acts across genres like indie pop, hiphop, blues, rock, soul, funk, electronic, and ska, with artists from both the Netherlands and abroad. Its relaxed atmosphere, musical discoveries, and magical setting make it a celebration of diversity and talent, connecting with audiences every year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location Citycentre, Den Haag website www.thelifeilive.nl
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 150,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation LIFE I LIVE BV email lifeilive@prooost.nl
booker Patrick Clerkx
booker email patrick@derevolutie.nl
Goedkroon (PR The Life I Live)
538 KONINGSDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Chasséveld, Breda website www.538.nl/koningsdag
FACTS
KINGSLAND FESTIVAL
Kingsland at Kingsday is the biggest one-day dance festival in the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
acts 45 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Radio 538 email 538koningsdag@538.nl
KINGSIZE ARNHEM FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Urban
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Market, Arnhem website www.kingsizearnhem.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
email info@kingsizearnhem.nl
location RAI, Amsterdam website www.kingslandfestival.nl
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Zuiderpark, Rotterdam website www.kingslandfestival.nl
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Stadspark, Groningen website www.kingslandfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 30,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment
KLASSIEK OP HET AMSTELVELD
A weekend full of classical music starring young talent side-by-side with topmusicians. A series of outdoor concerts on the most beautiful square in Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Amsterdam website www.klassiekophetamstelveld.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Stichting Musica Omnia Vincit email info@klassiekophetamstelveld.nl
ORANJEPOP
Blues, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Roots
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Hunnerpark, Nijmegen
website www.oranjepop-nijmegen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation stichting Oranjepop email info@oranjepop-nijmegen.nl
KONINGSDAG HELMOND
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 51
Celebrate King’s Day in Helmond on April 27, 2026! The city center comes alive with live music, energetic dance performances, and plenty of fun activities for children. Wander through the colorful slinger market and bustling fleamarket, and enjoy a wide variety of delicious food and drinks. Whether with family or friends, join us for a vibrant day full of joy, community spirit, and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss out!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Center, Helmond website www.koningsfeestenhelmond.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events email info@helmondcityevents.nl
booker Geert Blenckers
booker email info@helmondcityevents.nl
KRALINGSE BOS FESTIVAL
Hiphop, House, Pop, Techno, Urban
This King’s Day, April 27th, Kralingse Bos Festival is back and ready to celebrate like only we can. Set in the beautiful Kralingse Bos in Rotterdam, the festival brings together music, culture, and the true Dutch King’s Day spirit. Whether you’re coming with friends, family, or flying solo, there’s something for everyone. This is your chance to experience King’s Day in a way that only Kralingse Bos Festival can deliver. Make sure you’re part of the festival everyone will be talking about.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Kralingse Bos, Rotterdam website www.kralingsebosfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Bureau Vermaeck email info@kralingsebosfestival.nl
booker Nico Musebrink booker email info@kralingsebosfestival.nl
LEEUWARDER MUZIEKPLEIN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Leeuwarden website www.leeuwardermuziekplein.nl
organisation BHE Music Group B.V.
ORANJEBITTER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Rotterdam website www.oranjebitter-rotterdam.nl
organisation Today’s Special email info@oranjebitter-rotterdam.nl
SMÈRRIG KONINGSDAG FESTIVAL
Urban
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location De Pettelaarse Schans, Den Bosch website www.smerrig.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor ticketer Weeztix
organisation Net Echt email info@hetisnetecht.nl
booker Nick van Hoof booker email nick@hetisnetecht.nl
Jordy
Brada
ORANJEKADE FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, House, Reggae, Rock edition 8
On 27 April (King’s Day), the 8th edition of Oranjekade takes place at Tramkade in ’s-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch). Expect three stages with everything from techno and hip-hop to a healthy dose of guitar music. The programme also includes unexpected performances, such as brass bands and street theatre. This year’s line-up is even wilder and more surprising. In recent years, artists on our stages have included Fresku, Egbert (live), Boomshakalak Soundsystem, ANBU Gang, Lövestad (live), Eric de Man and the Koppersnellers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Tramkade, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.oranjekade.com
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Van Zuid Events
email communicatie@vanzuidevents.nl
booker Ivo Dierx
booker email ivo@vanzuidevents.nl
SOIA KONINGSDAG FESTIVAL
House, Urban
Celebrate King’s Day at Soia; Utrecht’s ultimate hideaway just beyond the city buzz. Expect feel-good vibes all day long with a mix of timeless classics, fresh hits, house, and urban sounds.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Strand Oog In Al, Utrecht website www.soia.nl/home
FACTS
capacity 2,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
SUPERSIZED KINGSDAY FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Supersized Kingsday Festival takes place at Aquabest, Best (near Eindhoven). All harder styles are represented across no fewer than seven areas. For years, this festival has been the biggest and “gezelligste” festival on Kingsday. Orange, happy vibes only!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Aquabest, Best website www.b2s.nl
capacity 45,000 type Outdoor price 59.00 EUR avg. day organisation B2S email info@b2s.nl -
RHYTHM & BLUES NIGHT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2 May
location Oosterpoort, Groningen website www.hesz.nl
organisation Horeca Evenementen Stichting Zwolle email info@spotgroningen.nl
VERKNIPT KINGSDAY
Hard techno, Techno
During Verknipt Kingsday, we are celebrating this national Dutch holiday in the hard techno way! At the Taets venue in Zaandam the rave doesn’t stop at 20.00, but goes on until late. Get ready for the best hard line-up, the amazing Verknipt laser & light show and of course lots of orange ravers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Taets, Zaandam website www.verknipt.org/kingsday-festival
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Verknipt email info@verknipt.org
booker Verknipt
booker email info@verknipt.org
Jordy
Brada
CIRCUSSTAD FESTIVAL
Circusstad Festival is a 5 day international circus arts festival in Rotterdam. The festivals takes place in the middle of the urban surroundings of the city centre of Rotterdam. We present international shows, young talent and a lot of fringe acts in circus, street art /dance and music. With special projects and co-productions the festival focusses on stimulating social circus, participation and talent. Yearly we meet 25.000 - 30.000 people while creating and presenting innovative circus arts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 April-3 May
location Schouwburgplein, Rotterdam
website www.circusstad.nl
FACTS
acts 140 capacity 30,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 30.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation Stichting Rotterdam Circusstad email info@circusstad.nl
booker Menno van Dyke booker email menno@circusstad.nl
MOULIN BLUES OSPEL
For 35 years, Moulin Blues Ospel has been one of the Netherlands’ leading blues and roots festivals, with a strong international reputation. At Moulin Blues, you’ll enjoy an exceptionally welcoming atmosphere and performances by top international blues and roots artists of today and tomorrow. Over the years, many big names have taken the stage in Ospel, Limburg, including B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Mavis Staples, Joe Bonamassa, Jimmie Vaughan and the Tedeschi Trucks Band, to name just a few.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-2 May
location Ospel
website www.moulinblues.nl
organisation Stichting Rhythm & Blues Ospel
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL NIJMEGEN
On May 4 and 5 we will reflect on freedom together. We do this by remembering the sacrifices that brought us freedom. And by celebrating that we still live in freedom. In the run-up to May 4 and 5, we in Nijmegen will also focus on the bombing on February 22, 1944 and the liberation of the region in September.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 May
location Nijmegen
website www.4en5mei-nijmegen.nl
FACTS
organisation Stedelijk Comité Vier en Vijf Mei Viering Nijmegen
email info@4en5mei-nijmegen.nl
ZUIDERPARK LIVE
Blues, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
edition 6
Concert organizer Greenhouse Talent organizes a series of summer events at the atmospheric open-air theater at the Zuiderpark in Den Haag. Zuiderpark Live is characterized by a diverse range of music (both national and international artists).
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 May-30 September
location Zuiderparktheater, Den Haag website www.zuiderparklive.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 1,300 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Greenhouse Talent Netherlands email info@greenhousetalent.nl
booker Wouter de Wilde
booker email wouter@greenhousetalent.nl
GEHEIME LIEFDE
Dance, House, Minimal, Techno edition 14
Geheime Liefde is a two-day festival in Utrecht that features a line-up of techno, tech-house and minimal. The secret headliners and other acts wont’t be revealed until the day of the event. Transforming the Fortress at Vechten into a magical spring escape, reflecting this festival’s name (which translates as ‘Secret Love’), old bunkers, abandoned tunnels and green lawns make a colourful destination for the best intimate parties and surprises.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-9 May
location Fort bij Vechten, Bunnik website www.geheimeliefde.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
BEVRIJDINGSDAG ENSCHEDE
Dance, House, Pop
Each year we celebrate our freedom in style and in Enschede we do this with all party animals, young and old! We play, we party and go crazy with artists from all over the country. Hop from one guilty pleasure to the other, lose yourself in (funky) house or dive into the kilos of confetti. Together we turn this day into one big spectacle. Settle down in the grass along the water, taste our delicious food, discover our playground and dance through our musical areas at Bevrijdingsdag Enschede.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location University of Twente, Enschede website www.bevrijdingsdagenschede.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 22,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Absolutely Fresh email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
booker Marc van Oosterbaan
booker email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
BEVRIJDINGSEVENEMENT WAGENINGEN
Blues, Metal, Nederlandstalig, Pop, World edition 81
On 5 May we commemorate and celebrate the liberation of the Netherlands in 1945 in Wageningen, City of Liberation. During this day, Wageningen is full with activities like the Veterans meet and greet, a military parade in honour of our liberators and the Liberation Festival Gelderland, featuring lots of performances by various bands and artists. All activities take place in presence of the Liberation Flame, which symbolizes national unity and living together in peace and freedom.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location City centre and Belmonte Arboretum, Wageningen website www.wageningen45.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Wageningen45 email contact@wageningen45.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL BRABANT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Den Bosch
website www.bevrijdingsfestivalbrabant.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Noord-Zuid Bevrijdingsfestival email info@bevrijdingsfestivalbrabant.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Zoetermeer website www.bevrijdingsfestivalzoetermeer.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Floravontuur Promotie Zoetermeer email info@promotiezoetermeer.nl
BEVRIJDINGSPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Haarlemmerhout, Haarlem website www.bevrijdingspop.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingspop Haarlem email info@bevrijdingspop.nl
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BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL ALKMAAR
Blues, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 29
Every year on May 5, thousands of visitors of different cultures and ages enjoy music and each other. Freedom should be guaranteed for everyone. In the whole world. Freedom is something you build together. Let’s start in Alkmaar. All together, regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or age, celebrate freedom. Surely everyone wants that.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Canadaplein en Paardenmarkt, Alkmaar website www.bevrijdingsfestivalalkmaar.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation 5 Mei comité Alkmaar email post@5meialkmaar.nl
booker Hugo Koeman
booker email post@5meialkmaar.nl
Mobiliteit voor evenementen
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BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL AMSTERDAM HET VRIJE WESTEN
Dance, Hiphop, House, Literature, Pop
The official Bevrijdingsfestival in Amsterdam. Join us in the historic Westerpark from 12:00 to 23:00. Check our website for the full line-up. Explore eight different stages, the Freedom Square, the children’s area, plenty of food and drink stalls, and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Westerpark, Amsterdam
website www.hetvrijewesten.eu
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Het Vrije Westen email info@hetvrijewesten.eu
booker Per Meijer
booker email per@hetvrijewesten.eu
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL DEN HAAG
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Reggae, Rock edition 18
Free outdoor music festival in the center of The Hague to celebrate the end of World War II. The festival attracts people of all ages, with a particular focus on young people. In addition to the music stages, there are special areas for children, students, veterans, and breakdancers. The nearby Provinciehuis offers a program featuring debates, interviews and stand-up comedy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Malieveld & Provinciehuis Zuid-Holland, Den Haag website www.bevrijdingsfestivaldenhaag.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 80,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation R.G. Ruijs Stichting email info@stichtingruijs.nl
booker Gerard van den IJssel
booker email info@bevrijdingsfestivaldenhaag.nl
Rick de Visser
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL DRENTHE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Assen
website www.bevrijdingsfestivaldrenthe.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingsfestival Drenthe
email info@bfdrenthe.nl
BEVRIJDINGSPOP ILPENDAM
Folk, Pop
Various bands, admission free. Starts at 4:00 pm and ends at 10:00 pm
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Dorpsplein, Ilpendam
website www.bevrijdingspopilpendam.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 500 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation 2-tone Allround Computer Service
email info@2-tone.net
booker 2-tone Allround Computer Service
booker email info@2-tone.net
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL FLEVOLAND
Free music festival for the annual celebration of freedom and democracy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Esplanade, Almere website www.bevrijdingsfestivalflevoland.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingsfestival Flevoland email info@5mei.nu
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL EMMEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Emmen website www.emmen.nl
organisation Gemeente Emmen
Ed Peeters
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL FRYSLÂN
Dance, Metal, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 24
The Liberation of Fryslân holds 100.000 visitors in the historic centre of Leeuwarden. 9 areas divided over the city centre offer all types of stage performances, from spoken word and art to dance and everything in between that helps getting the message through of celebrating freedom in these rather turmoil times. Over 80 artists will perform at this Liberation Festival situated in the north of The Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Binnenstad, Leeuwarden website www.bevrijdingsfestivalfryslan.nl
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 100,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Befrijdingsfestival Fryslan email info@befrijdingsfestivalfryslan.nl
booker Johan Koster
booker email johan@tourproductions.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL ZEELAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Vlissingen website www.bevrijdingsfestivalzeeland.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Cultuurwerf email info@cultuurwerf.nl
Knelis
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL GRONINGEN
The beat drops, the crowd moves, and the air fills with music, art, and togetherness, that’s Bevrijdingsfestival Groningen. More than a festival, it’s a celebration of freedom, diversity, and connection. On May 5th, as the Netherlands celebrates liberation, Bevrijdingsfestival Groningen reminds us that freedom is precious. Through music, art, and talks, generations unite to celebrate peace and unity.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Drafbaan, Groningen website www.bevrijdingsfestivalgroningen.nl
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 60,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Vier 5 mei email info@bevrijdingsfestivalgroningen.nl
booker Joey Ruchtie
booker email Joey@050music.nl
Muziek die raakt
Een magisch festivalmoment ontstaat niet alleen op het podium. Het begint veel eerder: in een repetitieruimte, een studio, aan een keukentafel vol ideeën. Makers, muzikanten, producenten, management, techniek, boekers en velen anderen – samen bouwen zij aan muziek die raakt.
Bij Agents After All ondersteunen we artiesten al meer dan 20 jaar in elke fase van hun carrière. Van de eerste stappen op het podium en in de studio, tot strategische carrièreplanning. Van Nederlandse clubtours in kleine en grote zalen, tot festivalshows. Zo maken we het mogelijk dat artiesten kunnen doen waar zij het beste in zijn: muziek maken.
Altijd een eerlijke vergoeding
En wanneer die muziek klinkt – op een festivalterrein, in een tent, bij een soundsystem of live op een mainstage – dan heeft dat waarde. Daarom bestaan naburige rechten: een eerlijke vergoeding voor muzikanten en producenten wanneer hun werk openbaar wordt uitgevoerd. Of dat nu live op de radio is, of wanneer dat live gebeurt tijdens evenementen, festivals en concerten. In Nederland wordt dit geregeld door Sena. Zij regelen de naburige rechten voor muzikanten en producenten. Als hun muziek in het openbaar wordt gedraaid, dan krijgen zij een vergoeding. Deze vergoedingen krijgen ze dankzij muzieklicenties die onder andere evenementenorganisatoren bij Sena afsluiten. Hierdoor wordt een vergoeding afgedragen aan Sena die zo snel mogelijk wordt doorbetaald aan de muzikanten en producenten.
Samen zorgen we ervoor dat makers eerlijk worden beloond voor hun vak. Want alleen wanneer muziekmakers kunnen blijven investeren in hun talent, blijft de live ervaring voor de muziekfans vernieuwen en verrassen. Daarom ontvangen alle artiesten op evenementen en festivals van Agents After All altijd een eerlijke vergoeding. We zien jullie graag, op Concert at SEA, Royal Park Live, In Het Volkspark of op het Thuis bij Snelle Festival.
Tot dan!
Muziek heeft waarde
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL LIMBURG
Celebrate freedom at Bevrijdingsfestival Limburg!
Join us on May 5th for an unforgettable celebration of freedom! Enjoy a day full of live music, interactive workshops, inspiring debates, and unique freedom projects. Whether you’re coming with friends or family, there’s something for everyone. Best of all, it’s completely free! Don’t miss the chance to celebrate the power of freedom together.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location ARLO terrein, Roermond, Limburg website www.bevrijdingsfestivallimburg.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingsfestival Limburg email contact@bevrijdingsfestivallimburg.nl
Hans van Eijsden
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL OVERIJSSEL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Park De Wezenlanden, Zwolle website www.bevrijdingsfestivaloverijssel.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 130,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingsfestival Overijssel (BFO)
email info@bevrijdingsfestivaloverijssel.nl
booker Erik Delobel
BLUESFESTIVAL KWADENDAMME
Blues
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 May
location sportpark Kwadendamme, Kwadendamme website kwadendamme.weebly.com
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 1,200 type Outdoor
organisation Bluestown email info@bluestown.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL ZUID-HOLLAND
House, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban
On 5 May, the Netherlands commemorates the end of the WW2 and celebrates freedom. In Rotterdam there’s a diverse programme at Het Park (nearby Euromast) with lots of music and debate, workshops, children’s activities and veteran speeddating. All for free!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Het Park, Rotterdam website www.bevrijdingsfestivalzh.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free ticketer Weeztix
organisation JMR Event Makers
email info@jmr.nl
DANCE4LIBERATION FESTIVAL
Dance
On May 5 we celebrate our freedom at the biggest outdoor dance festival of The Netherlands; Dance4Liberation. Let’s celebrate our freedom with dance!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Wijthmenerplas, Zwolle website www.dance4liberation.nl
FACTS
capacity 35,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation High Energy Events email info@highenergyevents.nl
booker Ruben Rijssenbeek
booker email ruben@highenergyevents.nl
HET AMSTERDAMS VERBOND
The starting point of het Amsterdams Verbond is to reunite Amsterdam nightlife on Liberation Day. The various stages are hosted by competing parties from the Amsterdam nightlife, but on Liberation Day they are allies.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Olympisch Stadion, Amsterdam website www.hetamsterdamsverbond.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment
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KINGDOM OF ELFIA
Classic, Folk, Gothic, World
Europe’s largest outdoor costume event, in a mixture of cosplay, music, fantasy and re-enactment, with literally space for dozens of subcultures. For the first time on our new location in Vorden!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 May
location Kasteel Vorden, Vorden website www.kingdomofelfia.com
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 25,000 type Outdoor
price 40.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Elfia email elfoffice@elfia.com booker email entertainment@elfia.com
90S NO LIMITS
Classic
Travel back to the time when everything was simple and the music was still happy. Experience the best of the 90’s and 00’s at the largest reunion in the south. At 90s No Limits you will meet the heroes from the 90’s and 00’s live on the big stage or in our club area!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 May
location Evenemententerrein de Boulevard, Bergen op Zoom website www.90snolimits.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 4,500
price 31.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Focus Events email info@focus-events.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
ELSOM OPEN AIR
House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Trance edition 9
The festival of the Kempen and the meeting place of the year: Elsom Open Air! There where you can discover the greatest artists of national level in an intimate setting, where old acquaintances meet again, where new friendships arise, where you dance, experience and enjoy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 May
location de Wilgenspot, Reusel website www.elsomopenair.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation This is Live Group email info@elsomopenair.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL AMSTERDAM OOST
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party! Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae
edition 10
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 May
location Flevopark, Amsterdam website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer Weeztix
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
FLUFF DISCO FESTIVAL
Experience the best disco artists at the beautiful hang-out spot Strand Oog In Al, located at Utrechts city beach.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 May
location Strand Oog In Al, Utrecht
website www.fluffdisco.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Weeztix
organisation Elevation Events
email info@elevation-events.com
MAMA’S PRIDE FESTIVAL
The only popfestival on Mother’s Day (and the Saturday before). The start of the festival season. Always keen on bringing upcoming artists before the larger festivals discover them like Yungblud. ‘One of the 5 coolest little festivals in the Netherlands you probably never heard of’ according to Noisy (VICE). On the former ground of the Pinkpop-festival in Geleen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 May
location Burgemeester Damenpark, Geleen
website www.mamaspride.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Samenwerkende Muziekfestivals Limburg
email info@mamaspride.nl
Sharik
Derksen
DAG VAN HET LEVENSLIED
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 May
location Goffertpark, Nijmegen website www.dedagvanhetlevenslied.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Moederdagproducties email info@dedagvanhetlevenslied.nl
booker Martijn van Heumen
booker email info@dedagvanhetlevenslied.nl
HEAVEN OPEN AIR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-14 May
location P6 Terrain, Heerenveen website www.heavenly-outdoor.nl/info
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Heavenly Outdoor email info@heavenopenair.nl
DOWN BY THE RIVER
Blues, Country, Roots edition 10
Down By The River is a Roots festival focusing on renewing roots and alt-country music. Its name Down By The River - after the song by Neil Young - comprises the thought behind the festival: flowing like the river Maas, fresh, seeking the sharp edges. Poppodium Grenswerk is located close to the river Maas, which will also be involved in the festival.
Highlights from previous editions includes: Nikki Lane, Mandolin Orange, Blitzen Trapper, the Hackensaw Boys, Nicole Atkins and many more
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 May
location Poppodium Grenswerk, Venlo website www.genswerk.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 650 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Seda te Bookings and Poppodium Grenswerk email jair@seda te-bookings.com
booker Jair Hoogland booker email jair@seda te-bookings.com
GRAAUWROCK FOR SPECIALS
GraauwRock for Specials is an initiative of the GraauwRock foundation and the ‘t Huus foundation. Together they organize a festival aimed at people with disabilities. By combining the knowledge, expertise and experience of both organizations in the field of organization, facilitation and care, an unforgettable experience is created for visitors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 May
location Sportpark De Boomwai, Graauw website www.stichtingforspecials.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Graauwrock email info@graauwrock.nl
booker Carlo Saman
booker email info@graauwrock.nl
HET WEEKEND VAN DE ROLLENDE KEUKENS
In 2025, the seventeenth edition of ‘The Weekend of the Rolling Kitchens’ will take place in Amsterdam’s Westergasfabriek. From Wednesday 28 May to Sunday 1 June, a wide range of mobile kitchens will transform this popular city park into one big outdoor restaurant. Everything from Moroccan batbot to sophisticated seafood will be prepared and served in the open air. The entrance is free of charge and the kitchens are open from 13.00h to 23.00h.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-17 May
location Westerpark, Amsterdam website www.rollendekeukens.amsterdam
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Mister Kitchen en Cantina Mobile
email info@rollendekeukens.nl
BREDA JAZZ FESTIVAL
Blues, Jazz, Latin edition 54
The Breda Jazz Festival is established in 1971. It is the oldest and largest four-day jazz festival in the Netherlands and Europe that is free and accessible to everyone!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-17 May
location Various venues, Breda website www.bredajazzfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 240 capacity 350,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Breda Jazz Festival email secretariaat@bredajazzfestival.nl
booker GJD Events
booker email performing@bredajazzfestival.nl
GRAAUWROCK
Graauwrock is an annual returning open air festival on the soccer fields of VV Graauw, nearby Hulst.
A selection of artists has been made that performed on earlier editions of Graauwrock: Golden Earring, Racoon, BLØF, DI-RECT, Normaal, Rowwen Hèze, Crazy Horse, Van Dik Hout, Wulf, The Rocks, The Old Firm, Surrender, De Dijk, Clouseau, The Scene and Miss Montreal. Graauwrock is a festival for everybody.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 May
location Sportpark De Boomwai, Graauw website www.graauwrock.nl
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Stichting Graauwrock email info@graauwrock.nl
booker Sebastiaan de Block booker email programmering@graauwrock.nl
SCHANSPOP SIDDEBUREN
Schanspop was founded in 1987, after a successful openair festival a year earlier. The festival was organized by Jeugdhonk De Schans, and made possible by guarantees from the then municipality of Slochteren.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 May
location Siddeburen website www.schanspop.nl
organisation Stichting Schanspop 2000 Siddeburen
GREEN VIBRATIONS
Dance, Rock, Roots, Techno, Trance edition 25
Green Vibrations grew from humble beginnings as a student-organised party on the campus of the University of Twente in Enschede. Over the years, its blend of live acts, performance art and striking decorations has evolved organically, making Green Vibrations a truly unique festival with a distinct identity. The festival features four stages and an afterparty, with styles ranging from techno and psytrance to reggae, rock, indie, drum ’n’ bass, trap and hip-hop.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 May
location Carillonveld, Universiteit Twente, Enschede website www.greenvibrations.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Petrix
organisation Stichting Green Vibrations email info@greenvibrations.nl
HEECHSPANNING
Blues, Comedy, Jazz, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 33
Join us in the charming town of Heeg for Heechspanning, a vibrant open-air street festival! Enjoy 8 exciting stages filled with diverse music, theater, and street performances for all ages. Kids can have fun with a classic carousel and children’s theater. Savor delicious food and drinks at our lively food truck square. Don’t miss the energy and magic - Heechspanning is the place to be!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 May
location City centre, Heeg website www.heechspanning.com
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Heechspanning email info@heechspanning.com
LONDON CALLING
Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Discover up-and-coming alternative acts at London Calling festival in Paradiso Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-16 May
location Paradiso, Amsterdam website www.londoncalling.nl
acts 30 capacity 2,000 type Indoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Paradiso email londoncalling@paradiso.nl
HELMOND LIVE FESTIVAL
Country, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Reggae, Rock edition 7
Helmond Live brings the heart of Helmond to life every year on Ascension Day (Hemelvaartsdag) with a dazzling tribute to music. The festival features 7 outdoor stages and 25 tribute bands, turning the city center into one big open-air concert. Across various indoor and outdoor locations, visitors enjoy a full day of high-energy shows, unforgettable performances, and musical nostalgia.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 May
location Center, Helmond website www.helmondlivefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 25,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events
email info@helmondcityevents.nl
booker Geert Blenckers
booker email info@helmondcityevents.nl
OP DE T
Blues, Pop, Rock, World
Op De T Festival is a free outdoor festival in Bergen op Zoom mostly visited by families. With a main stage, silent disco childrens corner and several food trucks, it focuses on families.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 May
location Wilhelminaveld, Bergen Op Zoom website www.opde-t.nl
acts 20 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Poppodium Gebouw-T email info@gebouw-t.nl
URPOP
Urpop is a free festival with amateur an semi professional bands and DJ’s.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 May
location Urpop Terrein, Urmond website www.urpop.nl
acts 9 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Urpop email info@urpop.nl
booker Maurice Gransier
booker email maurice@urpop.nl
OERROCK
Pop, Rock edition 25
Oerrock Festival is one of the biggest pop and rock festivals in the north of the Netherlands. Held each Ascension weekend in Ureterp, Friesland, it brings tens of thousands together for three days of music. The lineup features major Dutch and international acts, top tribute bands, and new talent from the Oerrock Play-Off. Organized by volunteers, Oerrock combines star power with community spirit, making it a must-visit highlight of the Dutch festival season.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 May
location Ureterp website www.oerrock.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 12,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Oerrock email info@oerrock.nl
RANDROCK
Randrock is the coziest festival in Twente! Every year on Ascension Day, the center of Vriezenveen is the place to be! New? So yes! Randrock: the festival for young and old. This year we celebrate the 23rd edition.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 May
location City centre, Vriezenveen website www.randrock.nl
FACTS
acts 13 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor
price 20.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Mijnetickets.nl
organisation Stichting Randrock email info@randrock.nl
booker Rik Pape
booker email rik@randrock.nl -
SPRING PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
Dance, Experimental, World
SPRING Performing Arts Festival is a ten-day international festival with innovative dance, theatre, performance and more in the city of Utrecht. You will find SPRING in the theatres, at special locations and in public spaces. At the festival you will see over 25 adventurous and urgent performances from both near and far that dare to ask questions about the state of the world.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-23 May
location Several venues, Utrecht website www.springutrecht.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 20,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation SPRING Performing Arts Festival email info@springutrecht.nl
booker Marketing
booker email marketing@springutrecht.nl
Allard
Willemse
SPY FESTIVAL
Blues, Hiphop, Jazz, Pop, Rock edition 13
SPY Festival is a festival with new young and upcoming talented (local) popacts. SPY creates the possibility for upcoming acts from Drenthe to share the stage with more experienced acts from the Netherlands, to help them in their musical career. Check it out to discover the newest talents! SPY festival is a part of The Bake Shop, a local organisation which is focused on talent development by helping out new and upcoming local acts through several projects.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 May
location Atlas Theater, Emmen
website www.spyfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 500 type Indoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Stager
organisation The Bake Shop
email Info@thebakeshop.nl
booker Evert Hoven
booker email evert@thebakeshop.nl
AWAKENINGS UPCLOSE
Techno
Awakenings Upclose stands for an intimate, dance floor oriented festival. We invite you to connect closely in an intimate setting and dismantle the traditional barriers between artists and you. It’s time to meet eye to eye on the dance floor. Explore our Holy Ground through a fresh lens and get inspired by new areas and surprising stages. At the heart of it, an Awakenings’ experience, with cutting-edge techno and unparalleled sound.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-17 May
location Houtrak (Spaarnwoude-park) website www.awakenings.com
FACTS
type Outdoor price 71.80 EUR avg. day
ticketer Paylogic
organisation Awakenings email info@awakenings.nl
GROOVE GARDEN
Hardstyle, House, Techno, Urban edition 20
With 6 stages, 80+ artists, and a sold-out 2025 edition, Groove Garden Festival 2026 promises to be unforgettable! From house, R&B, and hardstyle to techno, 90’s hits, EDM, and party vibes, there’s music for everyone. Enjoy cocktails, cozy terraces, and plenty of surprises! Join us on May 16-17, 2025, and secure your tickets now at www.groove.garden. We can’t wait to see you at Groove Garden Festival 2026!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-17 May
location Voormalig ESCS-terrein, Sittard website www.groove.garden
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor price 44.00 EUR avg. day ticketer www.tixxx.nl
organisation Fun Sensation BV
booker Calvin Eijpe
booker email info@fenomeno-events.nl -
LAKEDANCE
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Urban
In a world full of everyday drudgery, there is one place where summer seems to last forever, and that is at Lakedance: the ultimate summer festival where dreams come true and adventures begin. Twice a year, Lakedance is your holiday destination brimming with music, fun and unforgettable experiences. Be enchanted by summer tunes as you dance and enjoy! From big room, house and techno to party, freestyle and guilty pleasures: let yourself be taken on a musical journey.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-17 May
location Aquabest, Best website www.lakedance.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 18,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation First Vision email info@firstvision.nl
STORIONI INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
In the city of Eindhoven, the Storioni Festival is a renowned event that delights audiences with outstanding chamber music. The Storioni Trio and their international musical friends present classical favourites, hidden gems and brand-new works. The festival has grown into a true city-wide celebration—created in and with Eindhoven. Performances take place not only at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven, but also beyond the venue, at many other hotspots in and around the city.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-29 May
location Eindhoven
website www.storionifestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Storioni Festival
email info@storionifestival.nl
ASM STUDENT FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 3
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 May
location Stadsblokken, Arnhem website www.asmstudentfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 11,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation BOD Events
email info@bodevents.nl
Dave
van Hout
Carola
Lockhorst
FRESHTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Pop, Techno, Urban edition 16
Get ready for three days of music and madness during Pentecost in Enschede! The place where friendship, fun, love and creativity become one. Go wild during performances by top artists, explore diverse genres, get goosebumps at spectacular stages and feel the ultimate festival vibe! Say yes to a thousand new emotions, flirty winks and musical wonders. Or as we like to say: “Escape the ordinary, together.”
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 May
location Het Rutbeek, Enschede website www.freshtival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 64,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux organisation Absolutely Fresh email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
booker Marc van Oosterbaan booker email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
BAM! FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Reggae, Singer-Songwriter
FLINKE PINK FESTIVAL
edition 16
BAM! Festival takes place in Bernhard Park, in the city centre of Hengelo, with the train and bus station nearby. There’s a playground for young children, plus a full programme of music, art, theatre, films, food and drink, and a market. BAM! Festival is for everyone - young and old alike.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 May
location Prins Bernhardplantsoen, Hengelo website www.bamfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting BAM! Festival email info@bamfestival.nl
booker Luuk Schmidt
booker email luuk@bamfestival.nl -
Dance edition 35
Experience the ultimate Pinkster weekend at Flinke Pink Festival in Leek! Three stages, top acts, Silent Disco, and unforgettable memories await you over three amazing days!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-25 May
location Evenemententerrein, Leek website www.flinkepinkfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Flinke Pink Festival email info@sikkocazemier.nl
Bob Eskes
HOOGTIJ FESTIVAL
Classic edition 3
In the picturesque village of Groede, performances will be given by renowned ensembles, top musicians, young talents, and local music groups. The diverse program offers something for everyone to enjoy and be moved by. From young to old, from devoted fans to first-time listeners, and from residents to visitors - everyone is welcome. True enthusiasts already know: classical music is an experience, and that is exactly what this festival is all about.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 May
location Markt Groede, Groede website www.hoogtijfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 1,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Hoogtij Festival email info@hoogtijfestival.nl
booker Cathelijne Maat
booker email info@hoogtijfestival.nl
IJSSELSTEIN LIVE
Classic, House, Nederlandstalig edition 6
The sixth edition of IJsselstein Live, featuring House Classics “Avondritme” on Friday, the IJsselstein Summer Carnival on Saturday, and on Whit Sunday, music, food, drinks, and plenty of entertainment for the little ones!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 May
location Evenemententerrein het Podium, IJsselstein website www.ijsselsteinlive.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 1,500 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation MiddenHolland Evenementen B.V. email info@mhevents.nl
booker Rik Berkulo
booker email info@mhevents.nl
JAZZ IN DUKETOWN
Jazz in Duketown is the largest free open air jazz festival in the Netherlands, with more than 100,000 visitors every year. The festival focuses on jazz and related types of music, like soul and funk related jazz. Jazz in Duketown also programs new, upcoming bands, which can later be seen at other (non jazz) festivals. On the free-to-be-visited stages in the city center of ‘s-Hertogenbosch, visitors can enjoy high quality artists from all over the world.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 May
location City center, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.jazzinduketown.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Jazz in Duketown email info@jazzinduketown.nl
KARAVAAN FESTIVAL
Karavaan Festival is a theater-festival in the surroundings of North-Holland. Professional location theater on special and unexpected places, like farms, woods, churches and old factories. And a festival heart in the centre of Alkmaar City with free street theater, live music and food & drinks.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-31 May
location Victoriepark, Alkmaar website www.karavaan.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 40,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 15.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Voordemensen
organisation Karavaan Exceptionel email info@karavaan.nl booker email Info@karavaan.nl
SNIESTER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 May
location Grote Markt, Den Haag website www.sniester.nl
FACTS
organisation De revolutie email info@sniester.nl
MUSIC MEETING FESTIVAL
Experimental, Folk, Jazz, Pop, World edition 40
Cutting right across styles, genres and cultures, Music Meeting Festival has been providing a platform for almost 40 years for the world’s best artists: musicians who have rarely or never performed in the Netherlands, with new projects or in special line-ups. Music Meeting Festival does not limit itself to one music genre, but programmes a very range, covering everything from new co-productions by noted jazz musicians and the latest salsa from Cuba to Asian avant-garde.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-25 May
location City center, Nijmegen website www.musicmeeting.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 5,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Stichting Music Meeting email seeyou@musicmeeting.nl
booker programmateam
booker email program@musicmeeting.nl
ORANJEWOUD FESTIVAL
Classic, Jazz, World edition 14
Oranjewoud Festival is an annual multi-day (classical) music festival held at mostly outdoor locations within the historic Oranjewoud park. Its excellent quality is ensured by contributions made by nationally and internationally renowned musicians, inspiring programmes and new and exciting forms of presentation.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-25 May
location Parklandschap, Oranjewoud website www.oranjewoudfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Oranjewoud Festival email contact@oranjewoudfestival.nl
booker Yoram Ish-Hurwitz
Hans Jellema
FUTURE OF FESTIVALS
‘A MORE INTERNATIONAL CROWD THAN EVER’
With its fifth edition in 2025, Future of Festivals set impressive new benchmarks for Europe’s festival and live event industry. Drawing a record attendance of more than 8,000 participants from over 30 countries, the event has solidified its status as an international hub with growing global influence. We spoke with Head of Communication & Event Till Schröder about this year’s edition, the transition to a larger venue, and what the future holds for the event.
Schröder explains that everything the team had planned paid o , noting that the move to a larger venue proved beneficial by providing more space to incorporate new ideas. “We could integrate way more ideas, like the round table, the 360-degree theatre and the rigging corner, one stage only concerning the topic of rigging, something very specific for the festival and event industry,” he said.
Knowledge sharing
He noted a clear strengthening of knowledge sharing: “The exchange of knowledge is becoming increasingly prominent, especially among the festivals themselves. This strengthens their ability to encourage one another to adopt innovations, implement new sustainability systems, and streamline their processes.”
Dutch Pavilion
New this year was the Dutch Pavilion and the Netherlands as a partner country. “The addition of the pavilion and a partner country was a major advancement, and it worked very, very well. With 16 startups from the Netherlands the pavilion was busy and drew
a lot of tra c. For the startups it’s really hard to show themselves, but they got a lot of good leads.” Furthermore, there were dedicated pavilions from the UK and Belgium. “It was a great addition, basically an extension to our event. Showing an ecosystem from a country worked well, and you could see that we had a much more international crowd. There were far more people from the Netherlands, Belgium, the UK, the Czech Republic, and Poland.”
Next year, Belgium will serve as the partner country.
Every aspect
Schröder explained that the overall feedback from participants has been overwhelmingly positive.
“Everybody is really happy with the development,” he said, noting that festivals appreciate that “there’s something for each one in the team.” He added that many organizers were wondering whether they should bring their entire team. According to Schröder, the event now o ers dedicated value for every department: “There’s something for the C-level, something for the social media team, something for the sustainability team and something for the production team.”
new ideas for 2026. “What we hear from visitors is that they like the topic-related booths,” he said. “For the future we are thinking about for example a specific merch corner.”
Ensuring that all aspects of a festival are represented remains a key priority, one the team plans to maintain and further strengthen in the year ahead. “We want to give all the members within a festival team something at the event so they all come, gain knowledge, and engage in exchanging knowledge,” Schröder explains.
“Only with representation from the entire festival industry can we grow together.”
Topic-related booths
The team of Future of Festivals is now brainstorming
He added that the idea is not about placing competitors side by side, but rather about highlighting industry ecosystems: “It’s more industries where di erent companies are already working together.”
This collaborative approach is already emerging in areas such as merchandise.
Future
Looking ahead, Schröder points to one major change for next year. “The biggest change is that we will move one day up the week.” Future of Festivals 2026 will therefore take place on Wednesday, 25 November, and Thursday, 26 November. “This is because feedback we received.”
Looking to the future, Schröder emphasized the festival’s openness: “We are totally open for new exhibitors, for new concepts, for new innovations. We are also open for input concerning programs and panels.”
HARMONY OF HARDCORE
Hardcore edition 19
Harmony of Hardcore is one of the only real hardcore festivals in the world. It is a journey that takes you through a landscape of hard and devastating beats and every step that is taken brings people closer to the final destination: the ultimate hardcore feeling. The festival created an attractive force for the ultimate hardcore fan, but HOH also attracts people that fancy this music style.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 May
location Festivalterrein De Roost, Erp website www.harmonyofhardcore.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@par-t.nl
STEENBERGEN LIVE
Hardstyle, House, Nederlandstalig, Rock, Techno ed. 11
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 May
location De Groene Wereld, Steenbergen website www.steenbergenlive.nl/nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Steenbergen Live email jeroen@creat-i-vent.nl
booker Jeroen Gramsma
booker email info@creat-i-vent.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL LEIDEN
Dance, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 5
TAPT Festival – The Social Festival of the Netherlands! Or in Dutch: Hét Borrelfestival van Nederland. Expect a big celebration with dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Enjoy great beers, tasty wines, cocktails, delicious food, and fun games. Chill on the grass, sing along at the Karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet new friends. With its cozy vibe, TAPT is the ultimate feel-good festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 May
location Park Matilo, Leiden website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
ASM FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rockedition 7
The ASM Festival brings friends together every year in a unique setting on the Rhine River. With an impressive lineup, beautiful venue and welcoming atmosphere, the festival is one big party every year. From tasty snacks to culinary delights, you’ll find it all at our local food vendors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 May
location Stadsblokken, Arnhem website www.asmfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 12,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation BOD Events email info@bodevents.nl
KOMM SCHON ALTER DAS FESTIVAL
House, Techno, Trance edition 8
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 May
location Tuinen van West, Amsterdam website www.kommschonalter.de
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Chasing the Hihat email info@chasingthehihat.nl
booker Ridz Beetstra booker email ridz@chasingthehihat.nl
Dirk Jan
OVER DE TOP FESTIVAL
Over De Top Festival is the most colourful festival of spring! During the Whitsun weekend, on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May, the festival will take place on the Swite Terrain in Lichtenvoorde. Two days of unlimited party, ultimate relaxation and other wonderful things for really everyone! On four colourful stages more than 40 bands and DJ’s will perform in countless genres. Crazy theatre acts pop up everywhere and there is also a lot to see and do for the kids at Over De Top.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-24 May
location Swite Terrein, Lichtenvoorde website www.overdetopfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting DIDK email info@overdetopfestival.nl
POP ON TOP
Blues, Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Pop on Top originated in 2010 from a desire to put Valkenburg aan de Geul on the map with a fun and homey festival. This has already worked out quite well and with 10 successful editions have already been passed. Pop on Top is a real family festival with something for all ages. The location, at the top of the famous Cauberg, plays an important role in the experience of the festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-24 May
location Cauberg Valkenburg aan de Geul website www.popontop.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 16,000 type Outdoor price 40.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Ticketcrew
organisation ‘t Bergske Events email info@popontop.nl
booker Mark v horik booker email mark@burovanhorik.nl
RIBS & BLUES
Blues, Rock
7TH SUNDAY FESTIVAL
edition 28
28th edition of Europes Best Roots & Blues Festival, 24 international acts , a lot of entertainment and the best spareribs you can imagine.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-25 May
location De Domineeskamp centrum, Raalte website www.ribsenblues.nl
FACTS
acts 24 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Paylogic
organisation Stichting Ribs & Blues Raalte email pers@ribsenblues.nl
booker Frank Satink
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Dance, Hardstyle, Pop, Techno, Urban edition 16
As one of the leading festivals in the south of the Netherlands, 7th Sunday Festival celebrates the love for dance music in all its forms. It’s a place where musical diversity, an intimate atmosphere, and natural surroundings come together to create a unique experience. Taking place every year on Pentecost Sunday, 7th Sunday Festival has become more than a festival, it’s a tradition: an annual moment of togetherness and discovery for a diverse community of visitors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location Festivalterrein De Roost, Erp website www.7thsunday.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@par-t.nl
IBIZA FESTIVAL
Jazz, Reggae, Urban, World edition 4
Ibiza Festival returns on May 24-25, 2026, in Helmond’s Burgemeester Geukerspark. Enjoy two days of free entertainment for all ages, including a vibrant hippie market with 100+ unique exhibitors, workshops, and a dedicated children’s area. Don’t miss this new Ibiza and Bohemian lifestyle experience!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-25 May
location Burgemeester Geukerspark, Helmond website www.helmondcityevents.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events email info@helmondcityevents.nl
booker Geert Blenckers booker email info@helmondcityevents.nl
BRIDGE EINDHOVEN GUITAR FESTIVAL
BRIDGE is a five-day festival for young and old, for everyone who loves guitar music. The festival takes place in the Brainport region and Eindhoven center, is cross-genre, and consists of multiple program sections, with the guitar at the center at all times. Much of the festival is free to attend, and there are some concerts for which you must purchase a ticket. There will also be a Youth Guitar Spectacle and a major Guitar Convention.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-31 May
location Muziekgebouw, Effenaar en centrum Eindhoven website www.bridgefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 25,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting BR~DGE email yvonne@mgehv.nl
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FESTIVAL DE ZON
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location Tuinen van West, Amsterdam website www.dezon.in
type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation De Zon -
DELFT FRINGE FESTIVAL
Classic, Comedy, Experimental, Literature,
Singer-Songwriter edition 14
Delft Fringe Festival is a leading performing arts festival where up-and-coming talents, old souls and free spirits provoke cultural goosebumps. The divers program connects musicians, dancers, theatre performers and other performing artists to enthousiasts, epicureans, connoisseurs and discoverers. Delft Fringe Festival will let you discover Delft in an exciting new theatrical way.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 May-7 June
location City centre, Delft website www.delftfringefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 225 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 8.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer Stager
organisation Delft Fringe Festival email info@delftfringefestival.nl
booker Tamara Griffioen
booker email programmering@delftfringefestival.nl
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NEDERLANDS BIERPROEFFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-31 May
location The Hague website www.weekvanhetnederlandsebier.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Nederlandse Brouwers email info@weekvanhetnederlandsebier.nl
PLEINFESTIVAL KAATSHEUVEL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-31 May
location Anton pieckplein, Kaatsheuvel website www.pleinfestivalkaatsheuvel.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Pleinfestival Kaatsheuvel email Info@pleinfestivalkaatsheuvel.nl
Jurjen
Bolsenbroek
SPANJAARDSGAT FESTIVAL
The Spanjaardsgat Festival is a 11-days music event in the city center of Breda. On a large floating stage in an atmospheric and historical environment with the Castle of Breda as a background, a surprising and versatile selection of light classic and light pop music is presented. Both professional orchestras of national and international level and amateur companies will perform special compositions. More than thousand musicians will participate. Enjoy this amazing, unique festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-31 May
location Spanjaardsgat, City centre, Breda website www.hetspanjaardsgat.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Spanjaardsgat
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JAZZBOZ
Blues, Country, Experimental, Jazz, World edition 50
Celebrate 50 years of JazzBoZ in Bergen op Zoom! From May 28–31 2026, the historic city center comes alive with over 50 free jazz performances; from swing to fusion, big bands to solo acts. Enjoy international artists, local talent, kids’ activities, and spontaneous street jam sessions. Join us the first weekend after Pentecost for a vibrant, welcoming jazz experience!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-31 May
location Binnenstad, Bergen op Zoom
website www.jazzboz.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Bergse Jazz Evenementen
email info@jazzboz.nl
booker Bas Mennes
booker email programmering@jazzboz.nl
Corne
de Weert
DAUWPOP
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 30
Intimate, unique and world-class. Nestled in the forests of Hellendoorn, Dauwpop has grown into an intimate music festival with national appeal. Awarded best festival in the Netherlands in 2023 and third in 2024, Dauwpop never fails to surprise. The enchanting location, creative décor and relaxed atmosphere make Dauwpop an unforgettable experience. A must for every music lover!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 May
location Luttenbergerweg, Hellendoorn website www.dauwpop.nl
FACTS
acts 75 capacity 13,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Ev’Hands email info@evhands.nl
booker Frank Satink
booker email frank@goomahmusic.nl
IDDF IN CONCERT
Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 5
IDDF In Concert is part of the International Dutch Distillers Festival, a tribute to Schiedam as the ‘Dutch Distillers District’. IDDF In Concert combines live music, great local food and the best premixes from local distillers. Enjoy the best Dutch artists with a perfectly served gin tonic in your hand! The minimum age to visit IDDF in Concert is 18.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 May
location Nolet Loodsen, Buitenhavenweg, Schiedam website www.iddf.nl/in-concert
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Vivre Productions email info@iddf.nl
booker Robert Boevé booker email robert@vivreproductions.nl
Bram Rietveld
KLOMPPOP
Comedy, Hiphop, Pop, Rock
Klomppop is an approachable small festival about unexpected encounters. You will find yourself headnodding at a noiseband while you came for a hiphopheadliner, playing bingo while you thought to spot some poprocktalent or watching streettheatre on your way to that foodtruck with excellent sandwiches. The friday combines a local talent competition with Dutch headliners. Saturday gives you a whole day of pop, rock and hiphop. Sunday is about streettheatre and coverbands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-31 May
location De Fazant, Ovezande website www.klomppop.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 4,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting De Klomp Festivals
email info@klomppop.nl
booker Olaf
booker email olaf@klomppop.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL AMERSFOORT
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 2
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 May
location Mijnbouwweg, Amersfoort website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V.
email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
HARD & HOLLANDS
Hardstyle, Dutch-language music edition 1
Hard & Hollands is a new festival that brings together two seemingly opposite worlds: hardstyle and Dutch-language music. The festival combines the energy of hardstyle with the familiarity of Dutch repertoire. Hard & Hollands will feature multiple areas. On the main stage, major hardstyle DJs such as Paul Elstak and Partyraiser will perform. There will also be a classics stage showcasing early hardstyle and hardcore, and a Dutch-language stage featuring performances by, among others, Django Wagner and Marco Schuitmaker.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May
location Recreatieterrein De Berendonck, Wijchen website www.hardenhollands.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Paylogic
organisation Matrixx
VESTROCK
Comedy, Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 16
VESTROCK is an intimate festival on an island in the fortified town of Hulst. For three days, you can discover new bands, see big names, and experience music, art, science, and theater in a unique location surrounded by water. Warm, sincere, and quirky. With good food, specialty beers, and our own home-brewed VESTROCK Blond. A festival where quality, discovery, and authenticity come together.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-31 May
location Eiland Buitenvest, Hulst website www.vestrock.nl
FACTS
acts 75 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
price 65.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketcrew
organisation Stichting Vestrock email info@vestrock.nl
booker Marcel Verhaar, Gino Baart booker email programmering@vestrock.nl
SOENDA FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Soenda’s origins lead back to a beachparty in the year 2009, after which it grew out to be a household name among Dutch electronic music festivals. Soenda Festival is known for its diverse and high-quality line-up, showcasing both national and international talent. Well-known artists as well as new talent take the stage.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May
location Ruigenhoekse polder, Utrecht website www.soenda.com
FACTS
capacity 24,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events
email info@elevation-events.com
AFRIKADAG FESTIVAL
World edition 6
The 6th edition of Afrikadag festival is a cultural event where diverse African cultures are shown to Hilversum with african themed art, live music, dancing, djembe workshops, children’s activities and african cuisine. Watch this event for the program!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May
location Oude Haven Park, Hilversum website www.stichtingonehilversum.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor price 10.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Stichting Hilversum One email info@stichtingonehilversum.nl booker email festival@stichtingonehilversum.nl
CUBE OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May
location De Gouw, Bovenkarspel website www.facebook.com/cubeoutdoor
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Tall Productions email info@tallproductions.nl
BUTTONPOP TRIBUTE FESTIVAL
Pop, Rock edition 13
The best tribute acts from Europe on two stages at the beautiful Keukenhof Castle estate.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May
location Kasteel Keukenhof, Lisse website www.buttonpop.nl
FACTS
acts 8 type Outdoor ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation Buttonpop email info@buttonpop.nl
INTENTS FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardcore, Hardstyle, House, Nederlandstalig
Intents Festival is one of the most prominent and award-winning multi-day hard dance events in Europe. Intents consist of three full festival days. The festival is known for its memorable shows and astonishing production. Intents strives to create a unique festival experience, from ten different stages to iconic main stages. Intents Festival also includes the IntentsCity camping grounds where visitors can stay for the whole weekend to get the full Intents experience.
INTENTS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 June
location Sportpark d’n Donk, Oisterwijk website www.intentsfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 400 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Intents Events email klantenservice@intentsfestival.nl
DAG VAN DE MUZIEK
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
edition 31
Den Helder is proud to host the annual Day of Music, the largest amateur music festival in Europe, featuring 20 stages and over 1,800 participants. The event offers amateur musicians and dancers the opportunity to perform for a wide audience, helping them attract the interest of potential new members. Performing at the festival often leads to new invitations for future performances as well. Each performance lasts 30 minutes, with a 15-minute changeover between acts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May
location Willemsoord en binnenstad Den Helder, Den Helder website www.dagvandemuziek.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Dag van de Muziek email info@dagvandemuziek.nl
LOST MEMORIES OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May
location Breepark, Breda website www.dancefestivalbreda.nl
organisation Chapeau Events
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PARKFEEST
Parkfeest in Oosterhout is a festival organised by volunteers. It is widely appreciated by visitors as well as artists for its beautiful location (an old city park) and its atmosphere. For the most part the revenues go to local clubs and cultural organisations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30-31 May
location Oosterhout website www.parkfeest.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Parkfeest Oosterhout email info@parkfeest.nl
JAZZ FESTIVAL ENKHUIZEN
Jazz
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 June
location Centrum, Enkhuizen website www.jazzfestivalenkhuizen.nl
organisation Stichting Jazz Festival Enkhuizen
edition 50
PARKCITY LIVE
Dance, Pop, Rock
ParkCity Live takes place in the middle of the city Heerlen in a wonderful park and returning annually. It is a family festival. Good food, good drinks, art, children activities and good music. On mainstage always the most popular local artists and some international artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 June
location Park Bekkerveld, Heerlen website www.parkcitylive.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 17,500 type Outdoor
price 70.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Park at work BV email info@parkcitylive.nl
booker Hans Paul Nieskens booker email hp@parkcitylive.nl
PITFEST
Hardcore, Metal, Rock edition 9
Pitfest is the coolest metal/punk/hardcore fest in The Netherlands. We started off in 2016 as a 1 day indoor festival and a revival of the infamous ‘Punkhol Erica’. We grew into a 2 day outdoor festival with a pre-party on Thursday, with a limited amount of tickets. It’s 100% DIY and you can always expect a mix of metal, punk, hardcore and their subgenres.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 June
location Rugbyclub Emmen website www.pitfest.nl
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor price 55.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Stichting DrenthEvents email pitfest.nl@gmail.com
booker Maik Reuvers booker email Pitfest.nl@gmail.com
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NEVER IN THE SPOTLIGHTS
We don’t much like the limelight, yet we feel like we’re the headliner.
7POP
edition 4
On the weekend of June 5th and 6th, the former sugar factory site will be transformed for the fourth time for 7Pop. For the first time, the festival will last two days, with Friday featuring a dance theme. Friday will feature dance music, while Saturday will feature the familiar 7Pop program with rock, pop, ska, rap, DJs, and a silent disco.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 June
location voormalige suikerfabriek, Zevenbergen website www.zevenpop.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor price 30.00 EUR avg. day
organisation stichting ZevenPop email info@zevenpop.nl
booker Joris
booker email programmering@zevenpop.nl
TWEETAKT
An adventurous festival for everyone with theatre, art and music at several unique locations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-14 June
location Several venues, Utrecht website www.tweetakt.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Festival Tweetakt email info@tweetakt.nl
HOPPIG BIERFESTIVAL
Hoppig Bierfestival is a beer festival featuring a wide range of craft brewers, food trucks and live music. It’s all about discovering new beers, talking beer and meeting new beer friends.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 June
location Haaarlemmermeersebos, Hoofddorp website www.hoppigbierfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 3,500 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Hoppig Events email remco@hoppigevents.nl
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KADEROCK
Pop, Rock, Urban
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 June
location Muziekcentrum Musicon, Den Haag website www.kaderock.com
FACTS
edition 29
acts 50 capacity 6,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Stager
organisation Musicon email publiciteit@musicon.nl
booker Martijn Verlinden booker email programma@musicon.nl
FESTIFEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 June
location NDSM Werf / Noorderlicht, Amsterdam website www.festifest.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer CM.com
organisation Fest
email Inboxfest@gmail.com
booker Michiel Bierman
booker email michiel.bierman@gmail.com
LANSINGERLAND LIVE
Classic, Hardcore, House, Pop, Rock edition 7
During Lansingerland Live the Annie M.G. Schmidtpark changes in the coziest living room of Lansingerland. Two days full of fun, good music and delicious food.
On Friday you can enjoy the best music from all times during “Feel Good Friday”, while on Saturday you will enjoy the largest living room concerts of the biggest pop/ rock artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 June
location Annie M.G. Schmidtpark, Bergschenhoek website www.lansingerlandlive.nl
FACTS
edition 12
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor price 30.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
Henriette Guest
REURPOP FESTIVAL
Country, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 17
Reurpop is a three-day festival for all ages. The core values of music, theater, and spectacle are central throughout the weekend. There’s something for everyone in the four different areas. On Sunday, in addition to the regular program, there’s also a special program for seniors, children, and people with disabilities.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 June
location Wiersseweg, Ruurlo website www.reurpop.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 12,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting de Vrienden van Reurle email info@reurpop.nl
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EUROSJOPPER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 June
location Lierop
website www.eurosjopper.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting evenementen eurosjopper
TAPT FESTIVAL NIJMEGEN
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 2
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 June
location Park Winkelsteeg, Nijmegen website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
WANTIJLIVE
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 8
Wantijlive is the most enjoyable music festival featuring the best live acts from the Netherlands. Every year, friends gather in a unique setting in the beautiful Wantijpark in Dordrecht.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 June
location Wantijpark, Dordrecht website www.wantijlive.nl
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 12,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation BOD Events email info@bodevents.nl
ZOMERSPEKTAKEL AAN HET MEER
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Singer-Songwriter
A three day’s event in the first weekend of june. A festival for everyone. With music, food, drinks and sports! Check our website for the current line-up.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 June
location Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.zomerspektakelaanhetmeer.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 65,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Zomerspektakel aan het Meer email info@zomerspektakelaanhetmeer.nl
booker Nineke de Graaff
booker email ncdegraaff@kpnmail.nl
909 FESTIVAL
Techno edition 16
In 2026, the woods of Amsterdam once again echo with the sounds of 909 Festival. With stages seamlessly blending into nature, 909 Festival is all about raw, quality techno. A pure experience where music takes center stage and every beat connects us.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Amsterdamse Bos, Amsterdam website www.909.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation 909 / Loveland Events email info@909.nl
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FESTIVAL VAN HET LEVENSLIED
Nederlandstalig
The Festival of Life Song is a free, 2-day Dutch-language music event with a large central (open-air) stage in the city center of Tilburg.
For two days a year, everyone can enjoy Dutch-language Levenslied music for free in the city center of Tilburg.
The Festival of Life Song has become very popular over the years for people in Tilburg and from far beyond the city.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Piusplein, Tilburg website www.festivalvanhetlevenslied.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting van het Levenslied email Info@festivalvanhetlevenslied.nl
VRAAG NAAR MOBIELE PODIA STEEG MET 100% IN 2025
Sinds 2023 is er een opvallende verschuiving zichtbaar in de eventsector. Waar vroeger vooral vaste constructies werden ingehuurd, ontstaat nu een structurele trend richting mobiele podia. De groei zette voorzichtig in na corona, versnelde in 2024 door stijgende personeels- en transportkosten, en is in 2025 uitgegroeid tot een duidelijke marktbeweging.
Efficiëntie en snelheid
De voordelen van mobiele podia reiken verder dan alleen praktische efficiëntie. Een mobiel podium verkort de opbouwtijd van dagen naar uren, waardoor organisatoren minder crew nodig hebben en minder risico dragen bij moeilijke planningen of wisselvallig weer. De compacte footprint maakt bovendien dat events in stadscentra, bedrijfsterreinen en kleinere pleinen veel eenvoudiger te organiseren zijn. Die combinatie van snelheid, zekerheid en kostenefficiëntie verklaart waarom steeds meer organisatoren de stap zetten. Doordat de constructie volledig vooraf getest en voorbereid is, verdwijnen veel onzekerheden die bij traditionele opbouw wel een impact hebben op planning en budget. Organisatoren weten exact hoe lang de opbouw duurt, welke middelen nodig zijn en welke ruimte voorzien moet worden. Net die continuïteit zorgt ervoor dat mobiele podia een veilige keuze vormen in een sector waar deadlines strakker worden en marges kleiner. Het concept biedt niet alleen snelheid maar ook rust in de voorbereiding, wat voor veel organisatoren een doorslaggevende factor is.
Groeiende vraag vanuit de markt
De grootste groei komt uit stedelijke en gemeentelijke evenementen, bedrijfsfeesten en middelgrote festivals waar flexibiliteit centraal staat. Ook culturele instellingen en KMO’s kiezen steeds vaker voor een turnkey-oplossing waarbij één partner de volledige productie ontzorgt. Voor hen is het vooral de tijdswinst die telt: minder leveranciers, minder vergunningscomplexiteit en een strakkere planning zorgen voor een aanzienlijk vlottere voorbereiding. In de komende jaren lijkt die groei zich verder door te zetten. Organisatoren krijgen steeds kortere deadlines opgelegd en werken vaker met compacte voorbereidingsperiodes, waardoor oplossingen die snel inzetbaar zijn automatisch aantrekkelijker worden. Daarnaast wordt verwacht dat het aantal lokale en regionale evenementen blijft toenemen, waardoor de vraag naar aanbieders met voldoende capaciteit verder groeit. Het marktaandeel van mobiele podia verschuift zo geleidelijk richting een structureel hoger niveau, met een blijvende vraag vanuit sectoren die hun productieproces eenvoudiger en voorspelbaarder willen maken.
360 Events als voortrekker
360 Events speelt in die evolutie een duidelijke voortrekkersrol. Het bedrijf realiseerde de voorbije jaren grote evenementen zoals Tomorrowland, Rampage, Campo Solar en Couleur Café. 360 Events staat bekend om zijn veilige constructies, bouwpodia en technische precisie. Door hun eigen teams en materialen kunnen producties snel en strak verlopen, wat bij grote opdrachten een merkbaar verschil maakt. Het aanbod reikt daarbij veel verder dan enkel constructiewerk: 360 Events levert podiumverhuur in verschillende formaten, bouwt complete steigerconstructies, voorziet concertdaken, platforms, trappen, torens, VIP-decks, ramps, tribunes, bruggen, ballastoplossingen en rolstoeltoegankelijke structuren. Ook voor vloersystemen, tijdelijke verhoogde opstellingen en modulaire onderdelen beschikt het bedrijf over een grote voorraad. Die brede expertise maakt dat 360 Events zowel kleinschalige lokale events als grootschalige festivals kan bedienen, waarbij alle onderdelen door één partij voorbereid, vervoerd en opgebouwd worden. Met de recente overname van The Cube Stages komt daar een volledige mobiele-podia-tak bovenop.
Overname van The Cube Stages
De positie van 360 Events werd in 2025 verder versterkt door de overname van The Cube Stages, een internationale speler die bekendstaat om compacte en veelzijdige mobiele podia. Dankzij de acquisitie beschikt 360 Events over mobiele podia, meer formaten en de capaciteit om meerdere events op één dag te bedienen. “Mobiele podia zijn voor kleine evenementen geen alternatief meer, maar de standaard,” klinkt het binnen 360 Events. “Organisatoren willen zekerheid en snelheid. Als je een podium in vijf uur operationeel hebt en je totale kosten dalen, dan is de keuze van een organisator snel gemaakt.” De stijgende vraag toont vooral aan hoe sterk de eventmarkt professionaliseert. Door kortere deadlines, hogere verwachtingen en beperkt personeel groeit de behoefte aan oplossingen die geen tijd kosten maar tijd opleveren. De sterke groei in 2025 lijkt dan ook minder een tijdelijke piek en meer het begin van een nieuw normaal. Met de integratie van The Cube Stages kan 360 Events zijn mobiele aanbod sneller inzetten en beter afstemmen op uiteenlopende evenementprofielen. De extra formaten en beschikbaarheid maken het mogelijk om zowel kleine lokale producties als grotere bedrijfs- en stadsevenementen consequenter in te plannen.
FREE YOUR MIND FESTIVAL
Free Your Mind Festival is one of the longest running techno festivals in the Netherlands and was founded in 2004. The festival, which annually takes place at the beginning of June, consists of two days and has been located on historic grounds at the Stadsblokken in Arnhem since the very first edition. For example, the Battle of Arnhem in the Second World War was fought on the site where thousands of visitors now visit the Free Your Mind Festival every year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Stadsblokken, Arnhem website www.freeyourmindfestival.nl email info@freeyourmindfestival.nl
MIDDELBURG VÓLKOREN
Classic, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Worship
“Middelburg VÓLkoren” is a big choir festival in the South-West of the Netherlands. On Saturday afternoon (from 12.00 to 17.30) and on Sunday afternoon (from 13.00 to 17.00) at the same time in more than twenty locations in the old town center of Middelburg, within walking distance of each other, you can listen to performances of all kinds of choirs and ensembles. Enjoy many types of choral music - free entrance at all locations!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Binnenstad, Middelburg website www.middelburgvolkoren.nl
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 8,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stg Middelburg VÓLkoren
email info@middelburgvolkoren.nl
KORENFESTIVAL AMUSING HENGELO
Korenfestival Amusing Hengelo is one of the biggest and most amusing festivals for choirs in the Netherlands. About 80 choirs, large and small, from all over the Netherlands and beyond, flood the city centre of Hengelo with song and music in all kinds of genres. From classical to pop-rock and everything in between. On the 15 stages in the city centre of Hengelo, the choirs each give 2x a performance of 25 minutes.
Visit www.amusing-hengelo.nl for more information.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 June
location City centre, Hengelo Ov website www.amusing-hengelo.nl
FACTS
acts 160 capacity 9,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Vocale Promotie Hengelo email info@amusing-hengelo.nl
NIJMEGEN KLINKT!
Live music and dance throughout the city center with music companies from the Rijk van Nijmegen. Pop choirs, Classical orchestras, Fanfares, Dance companies, Choirs in various genres, small ensembles and soloists. Special performance is a Streetparade and a Taptoe.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location City centre, Nijmegen website www.nijmegenklinkt.nl
FACTS
acts 131 capacity 30,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Nijmegen Klinkt email info@nijmegenklinkt.nl
booker Kjell Jacobson
booker email info@nijmegenklinkt.nl
RAPALJE ZOMERFOLK FESTIVAL
Blues, Folk, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 12
In the middle of nature you can enjoy music, workshops, a celtic market and a lot more. With a beer by a campfire. Children play in the children’s village. Delicious organic and honest food, a cozy market with authentic clothing and beautiful products. The festival exudes warmth. The organization creates a unique atmosphere of togetherness and relaxation. Rapalje is playing over 30 years, leaving behind an enthusiastic fan base. Played with love and received with enthusiasm. ‘Be Easy and Free’
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Stadspark, Groningen website www.zomerfolk.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Rapalje Festival email info@zomerfolk.nl
booker Rapalje Celtic Folk Music booker email info@zomerfolk.nl
D. Letzner
SNERTPOP
Snertpop #18 will be held in Midwoud (near Amsterdam). This in an outdoor festival, with nice acts on two stages, the coolest foodtrucks and a beautiful atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 June
location De Krom, Midwoud website www.snertpop.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 1,750 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Snertpop email info@snertpop.nl
booker Chris Baas
booker email info@snertpop.nl
GROFF FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Trance edition 10
Tune in with your friends on the main stage for the best house and disco hits, or dance among the trees under the most beautiful lights to the grooviest beats in the Funky Forest. Our love for Nijmegen pops out of the boxes; our lineup is a perfect mix of well-known mood makers and local talent. Put it in your calendar and dance the sunset with us....
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 June
location NYMA-terrein, Nijmegen website www.groff-festival.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 1,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting F&N email grofffestival@gmail.com
THE CRAVE FESTIVAL
House, Techno, Trance
The Crave Festival, set within the urban jungle of Zuiderpark in The Hague, offers a diverse array of electronic music genres. With five distinctive stages, each with its unique sound, the festival spans from groovy disco and house to mind-bending techno. Nestled within The Hague’s bustling city park, the festival allows attendees to escape the daily chaos and immerse themselves in the music and vibrant atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 June
location Zuiderpark, Den Haag website www.thecrave.nl
FACTS
acts 33 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation The Crave Festival email info@thecrave.nl
SOUTH OF HEAVEN
Metal, Rock edition 2
South Of Heaven Open Air (2 days, 2 stages, 20 bands) aims for a strong line-up (internationally celebrated metal bands), a good old metal atmosphere (metal fans among themselves), a well-accessible top location for a relatively low ticket price. Nearby Maastricht city centre lies the atmospheric area Bosscherveld. This monumental site fits one-to-one in terms of look & feel with a metal festival and is also easily accessible by bike, public transport, and car - also from Germany and Belgium.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Gashouder, Maastricht website www.southofheaven.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor price 77.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Stager
organisation Muziekgieterij Maastricht +Doomstar Bookings + The Tribute Agency
email info@southofheaven.nl booker Luc Favié booker email luc@southofheaven.nl
VERKNIPT FESTIVAL
Hard techno, Techno
The annual festival of leading (hard) techno organisation Verknipt. With diverse areas where you can rave outdoor in the sun and also get lost in indoor tent stages with a sick laser show & crazy visuals. Expect the Verknipt craziness like you are used to!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Strijkviertel, Utrecht website www.verknipt.org/festival-2026
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Verknipt email info@verknipt.org
booker Verknipt booker email info@verknipt.org
WANTIJPOP
Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock ed. 31
Multiple areas with a line-up of artists for all ages. Free entrance.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 June
location Wantijpark, Dordrecht website www.wantijpop.nl
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 25,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation BOD Events email info@bodevents.nl
Dirk Jan
HOORNSE STADSFEESTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location City centre, Hoorn website www.hoornsestadsfeesten.nl
organisation Stichting Hoornse Stadsfeesten email ilja@hoornsestadsfeesten.nl -
ZOMER IN DE MARE
Comedy
Free open-air circus and street theatre shows for all ages in the beautiful Rekerhout park, on Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Highlights from previous editions include: Duda Paiva, Amer i Africa, Tall Tales, Lejo, Leandre, Les Frères Troubouch, Rode Boom, MaxTak and many others.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 June
location Park Rekerhout, Alkmaar website www.zomerophetplein.nl/de-mare
FACTS
acts 3 capacity 750 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation TAQA Theater De Vest email post@zomerophetplein.nl
booker Henk Foekema
booker email info@zomerophetplein.nl
AALTJESDAGEN
Blues, Jazz, Latin, Pop, Rock
Aaltjesdagen Harderwijk! Since 1983, this has been the city festival on the waterfront. For three days, the city is filled with live music, sports, culture, a fair, and maritime experiences. From historic ships in the harbor to bustling squares full of performances and conviviality. A weekend full of tradition, energy, and summer atmosphere where city, water, and people come together. Harderwijk is buzzing!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Centrum / Boulevard, Harderwijk website www.aaltjesdagen.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Aaltjesdagen email info@aaltjesdagen.nl
ZOMERFEESTEN HENGEVELDE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Hengevelde website www.hengevelde.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor
ticketer RDTickets
organisation Stichting Zomerfeesten Hengevelde email publiciteit@hengevelde.nl
AMERSFOORT WORLD JAZZ FESTIVAL
Blues, Classic, Jazz
Amersfoort Jazz is a festival by musicians, for musicians. That means we look after one another in all senses of the word, earning us the nickname ‘Musician’s Paradise’ over the years. Embracing that motto to the fullest means that a concert at Amersfoort World Jazz Festival is not just a gig, but an experience that adds value to a musician’s career long-term as well.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Centrum, Amersfoort website www.amersfoortjazz.nl
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 100,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Amersfoort Jazz email info@amersfoortjazz.nl
BEST KEPT SECRET FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, World edition 12
Connected Through Music. Best Kept Secret is a three-day discovery of where music can take us. An ear-pleasing mouth-watering heart-warming journey through sounds, shows, flavours, hugs and awes. We’re thrilled to have Gorillaz, Jack White and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds headlining for this edition, and there’s a lot more to discover.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Beekse Bergen, Hilvarenbeek website www.bestkeptsecret.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 27,500 type Outdoor price 319.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Friendly Fire email info@friendlyfire.nl
booker Roel Coppen booker email r.coppen@friendlyfire.nl
CENTRAL PARK
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 8
Central Park is the biggest pop-festival located in the heart of The Netherlands. At the festival ground visitors experience an enchanting day at the park filled with music provided by prominent artists. Dozens of qualitative food trucks offer countless of menu options and our experts have hand-picked the best wines. Altogether Central Park is defined by its high quality cuisine, green surroundings and outstanding pop/rock acts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Park Transwijk, Utrecht website www.centralparkfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@centralparkfestival.nl
BABBELS LIVE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Omweg, Assendelft website www.babbelslive.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price 40.00 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com organisation Babbels Events email support@babbelslive.nl
GRACHTEN FESTIVAL MEPPEL
Folk, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 20
If you like historical ships, music, entertainment and culture then you might want to visit the Grachtenfestival in Meppel.Thie event starts Friday 12th June 2026 and last until Sunday. Save the date!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Meppel
website www.grachtenfestivalmeppel.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Meppel Vol Vaart email info@meppelvolvaart.nl
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INTO THE GRAVE
Metal, Rock edition 14
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Oldehove tower, Into The Grave delivers pure heaviness with a lineup that blends iconic headliners and underground acts from across the metal scene. What sets Into The Grave apart is its no-frills, community-driven vibe. It’s all about the music, the energy, and the shared experience. With its accessible location and a wide range of subgenres, from death and black metal to hardcore and modern metalcore, the festival attracts a loyal crowd of metalheads.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Oldehoofsterkerkhof, Leeuwarden website www.intothegrave.nl
FACTS
acts 36 capacity 6,500 type Outdoor
price 69.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux organisation Loud Noise email casper@loudnoise.nl
booker Paul van Berlo booker email p.vanberlo@loudnoise.nl
Bart Lindenhovius
KOETSTOCK
Blues, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 29
Friday 12 and Saturday 13 June 2026 on the site of Zwemen recreatiepark (swimming and recreational park) De Koet in Kockengen the 28th edition of the Koetstock music festival will take place.
Koetstock: a concept in the region, a party with strong live music and a lot of fun on the Sportweg. Like all previous editions, the proceeds of the festival will benefit Zwemen recreatiepark “De Koet”, also the location where the Koetstock festival takes place every year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 June
location Zwem- en Recreatiepark De Koet, Kockengen website www.koetstock.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 1,500 type Outdoor price 10.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Koetstock email info@koetstock.nl
OEROL FESTIVAL
Experimental, Literature, Singer-Songwriter, Urban, World
Oerol is a ten day festival for location based arts situated on the island of Terschelling, part of the UNESCO Wadden Sea World Heritage.
Theater, dance, visual arts, music, spoken word and cultural and personal experiment take place in this temporary freestate. Discover exciting bands and dance at the festivalgrounds or enjoy an enchanting work of art in a bright green, deserted meadow. There is one guarantee: after Oerol you will leave looking at the world with a new perspective.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-21 June
location Terschelling, Midsland website www.oerol.nl/nl
FACTS
acts 1100 capacity 40,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer ActiveTickets organisation Stichting Terschellings Oerol Festival email publiciteit@oerol.nl
2 FESTIVALS WITH 250+ EUROPEAN ARTISTS IN 20+VENUES
3 DAYS WITH MUSIC TRENDS INSIGHTS AND BEST PRACTICES
VEERPLAS VRIJMIBO FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Jazz, Pop edition 3
A cosy festival in Haarlem with a lot of terraces, foodtrucks, wine- and beer bars, entertainment and games. There are 3 stages with music: from 80’s - 00’s hits, disco, soul, jazz and guilty pleasures. Ideal to start your weekend with friends or colleagues. The festival is at a small lake in Haarlem (close to Amsterdam), the day before dance festival Veerplas festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 June
location Veerplas, Haarlem website www.veerplasvrijmibo.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price 30.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Veerplas Festival email info@veerplasfestival.nl
booker Veerplas Festival booker email info@veerplasfestival.nl
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KAASPOP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Edam
website www.kaaspop.nl admission Free
organisation Gemeente Edam-Volendam
1 ANDER FESTIVAL
Latin, Reggae, Roots, World edition 31
Feelgood festival with world music, street theater, art, foodtrucks and market.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Kloosterpark, Schyndel website www.1anderfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Anders email Info@stichtinganders.nu
HELLO FESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban
Hello Festival is a multi-generational adventure with acts from the past, present and future. Hello is a one-day festival with camping, multiple stages and a varied, surprising programme. Expect something for everyone - young and old(er) - in a friendly atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location De Grote Rietplas, Emmen website www.hellofestival.nl
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor organisation No Limit Events email info@hellofestival.nl
booker Richard de Groot
booker email richard@hellofestival.nl
OP DE TÔFFEL
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, SingerSongwriter edition 32
Op De Tôffel – Free music festival in Vierlingsbeek! On Sat 13 June, the 32d edition of Op De Tôffel brings live music to Vierlingsbeek on two outdoor stages and in the cozy Koningskerkje. Hosted by BJ Baartmans. Starts at 2 PM, Vrijthof, Vierlingsbeek. Free entry!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Vrijthof, Vierlingsbeek website www.opdetoffel.nl
FACTS
acts 17 capacity 5,000 type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free organisation Op De Tôffel email info@opdetoffel.nl
booker Giovanni van Loon booker email info@opdetoffel.nl
HERFSTDRIFT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Doornroosje, Nijmegen website www.driftomtedansen.nl email communicatie@driftomtedansen.nl
KAMPING KITSCH CLUB HOLLAND
Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop, World edition 7
Kamping Kitsch Club is Belgium’s largest costume party. After many successful editions in Belgium, the world tour kicked off in the Netherlands—and it was a gigantic success. There’s just one rule: if you’re not in costume, you won’t be allowed in. Dive into a world of gloriously bad music, ’90s bangers, classics, Dutch schlagers, metres of beer, litres of sangria, white shirts, white socks, coolers, mud fights, wet T-shirt contests, and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Lansard, Eindhoven website www.kampingkitschclub.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@par-t.nl -
OHM FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Ohm Festival is a perfect combination of a historic location, a great line-up and an enthusiastic audience. Ohm Festival takes place twice a year in Delft.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Lijm & Cultuur, Delft website www.ohmfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 7,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
PARADIJS VAN HET ZUIDEN
Hiphop, House, Techno, Trance
POPFESTIVAL SCHIPPOP
World
The sunniest festival of ‘s-Hertogenbosch! Techno, R&B, hiphop, house and guilty pleasure hits roam all around this piece of paradise located at a lake.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Engelermeer, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.paradijsvanhetzuiden.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events / XXL Events email info@paradijsvanhetzuiden.nl
A free festival featuring bands across a range of genres. An accessible, fun event for everyone, young and old alike.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Tiendweg, Schipluiden website www.schippop.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 1,250 type Outdoor
admission Free organisation Schippop email communicatie@schippop.nl
SUNSATION FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 June
location Observatorium, Lelystad website www.festivalsunsation.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free organisation XL De Ateliers
VEERPLAS FESTIVAL
Hiphop, House, Pop, Techno
Dance festival in Haarlem with more than 4 stages and areas with their own style. From house and techno to pop and r&b hits from now and then like guilty pleasures. Entertainment and foodtrucks at a cosy location by a small lake in Haarlem (close to Amsterdam).
VEERPLAS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Veerplas, A Hofmanweg, Haarlem website www.veerplasfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Veerplas Festival
email info@veerplasfestival.nl
booker Veerplas Festival
booker email info@veerplasfestival.nl
WAESKEPOP
Pop, Rock, World edition 21
AJOC
edition 33
Waeskepop is known for its accessible character, entertainment for young and old, unique atmosphere and high-quality live music, all while enjoying good company and a nice drink. And all this in our beautiful Guttecoven. As an organisation - and on behalf of all our volunteers - we do our best every year to deliver another great edition!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-14 June
location Parkeerplaats achter Kerk, Guttecoven website www.waeskepop.nl
FACTS
acts 2 capacity 300 type Outdoor admission Free organisation Stichting Waeskepop email info@waeskepop.nl
BEMMELSE DWEILDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location Centre, Bemmel website www.bemmelsedweildag.nl organisation Stichting Bemmelse Dweildag email secretariaat@bemmelsedweildag.nl
The AJOC Festival is organised by a youth association from Mijdrecht-Wilnis that has been active in the region since 1930, organising various activities and parties. Nowadays, we are known for the AJOC Festival, the annual highlight that combines music fun, and tradition.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 June
location Mijdrecht-Wilnis website www.ajocfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation AJOC email tickets@ajocfestival.nl
BITE OF AMSTERDAM
Step into a world of extraordinary tasting. Bite invites you to discover, experience and make new culinary friends. At Bite of Amsterdam you don’t have to choose, because we let you try everything. Ultimate indulgence with fresh ingredients, surprising techniques in an unforgettable experience. Bite of Amsterdam is the destination for foodies, trendsetters and curious explorers. Taste, learn and experience it all, in one or more unforgettable days.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 June
location Amstelpark, Amsterdam
website www.biteofamsterdam.com
type Outdoor
email info@biteofamsterdam.com
DRAKENBOOT APELDOORN
Pop edition 20
A cozy three-day festival featuring a great concert on Friday evening with live bands. On Saturday and Sunday, the festival is freely accessible and offers live bands, theatre shows, food trucks, exciting dragon boat races, a fair, and a special “Drakenland” area for children.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 June
location Zwitsalpark, Apeldoorn
website www.drakenboot.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 90,000 type Outdoor
organisation Drakenbootfestival Apeldoorn BV
email info@drakenboot.nl
booker Agents After All -
FULL COLOR FESTIVAL KAMPEN
Blues, Folk, Jazz, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 29
Free Festival: Full Color Festival Kampen. Music, dance, theatre, cultures, food market, eat, drink, children workshops and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 June
location Stadspark, Kampen
website www.fullcolorfestivalkampen.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Full Color Festival email info@fullcolorfestivalkampen.nl
booker Edwin
booker email productie@fullcolorfestivalkampen.nl
PINKPOP
Classic, Hiphop, House, Pop, Rock edition 55
Pinkpop is the most iconic festival in the Netherlands. For five decades, Pinkpop has been hosting international stars and the legends of tomorrow. From The Rolling Stones to Ed Sheeran, from De Jeugd van Tegenwoordig to Joost.
What makes Pinkpop truly special? The relaxed atmosphere in which generations and musical tastes come together. A pink bubble where big and spontaneous experiences meet; immersing yourself in the music, spontaneous encounters at the bar, discovering hidden parties.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 June
location Megaland Evenemententerrein, Landgraaf website www.pinkpop.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 70,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festivals Limburg BV email info@pinkpop.nl
booker Mojo Concerts
booker email info@mojo.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL DEN BOSCH
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 3
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 June
location Oosterplas, Den Bosch website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
VLISSINGEN VINTAGE 2026
Three days of live music, old-timers, a vintage market, vinyl, and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 June
location Binnenstad, Vlissingen website www.vlissingenvintage.com
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Vlissingen vintage email Vlissingenvintage@gmail.com
booker Rik lingier booker email Vlissingenvintage@gmail.com
BREEZE LATIN FEST
Latin, Urban
The best of the Latin & Caribbean culture and music in one festival! Come and experience a day filled with bon vibes, beautiful people, the hottest Latin & Caribbean music, delicious food & cocktails and lots of dancing.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 June
location Karpendonkse plas, Eindhoven website www.salsabreeze.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
organisation YZZO Events
email events@yzzo.nl
HOLLAND INTERNATIONAL BLUES FESTIVAL
Blues, Country, Roots edition 9
Originally starting as a blues festival, HIBF is growning to become a haven for lovers of authentic American-rooted music. The festival, already unique in the Netherlands, is expanding its musical scope by incorporating americana and country alongside its solid foundation of blues. With this wider lineup, HIBF is the largest Dutch festival dedicated to blues, americana, and country.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-21 June
location Blue Village, Grolloo website www.hollandinternationalbluesfestival.com
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 13,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Mojo Concerts email info@mojo.nl
JULIANAPOP FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 33
Julianapop in Juliandorp has been the very best festival in the Noordkop for over 30 years, featuring a diverse lineup for all ages. The event takes place annually on the Saturday before Father’s Day.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 June
location Evenemententerrein Schoolweg / Zuiderhaaks, Julianadorp website www.julianapop.nl
FACTS
acts 11 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price 36.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Stichting Evenementen Julianadorp email info@julianapop.nl
booker Stephan Wegman booker email programmering@julianapop.nl
MUZIKAAL BOOTWATEREN
Nederlandstalig edition 24
Festival with orchestras, shanty choirs, street theater and activities for children. Around 700 participating artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 June
location Hollum, Ameland website www.bootwateren.nl
FACTS
acts 140 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Muzikaal Bootwateren email info@bootwateren.nl
LEIDSE LAKENFEESTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Leiden website www.lakenfeesten.nl
type Outdoor organisation Stg Pedrafes
TT FESTIVAL
Blues, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 51
The TT Festival is a free accessible multi-day festival in the center of Assen. You can find a big funfair, the coolest bands and a variety of acts from home and abroad on one of the many stages. The Festival is before the MotoGP. Besides these motor races at the TT circuit, there’s a lot of motor entertainment at the TT Festival as well. The TT Festival is the perfect blend of music, roaring engines and the smell of burning rubber!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-28 June
location Centrum, Assen
website www.ttfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 300,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation TT Festival
email info@ttfestival.nl
DIJKFEEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 June
location Espel
website www.j19nu-dijkfeest.nl
HOUTFESTIVAL
Classic, Jazz, Pop, Rock, World
Houtfestival is a free outdoor festival in Haarlem. The festival focusses on global music in all its forms, from etnic and classical, to crossovers with pop, jazz, electronic, rock or noise. A ‘coloured’ program aimed at children & families is also part of the Sunday. Houtfestival is a member of Forum Worldwide Music Festivals (FWMF) and takes part in the EU project Sounds of Europe.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 June
location Haarlemmerhout, Haarlem website www.houtfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Houtfestival
email communicatie@houtfestival.nl booker email communicatie@houtfestival.nl
SPOORPARK LIVE
Country, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 5
In the last week of June, Tilburg’s ‘Spoorpark’ is being transformed into a festival haven, hosting a series of open-air events. These events unfold in a vibrant festival atmosphere, featuring iconic headliners and tomorrow’s fan favorites. Spoorpark LIVE offers a wide spectrum of musical genres, ranging from alternative to pop and from hip-hop to dance and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-27 June
location Het Spoorpark, Tilburg website www.spoorparklive.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 12,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation This is Live Group & Greenhouse Talent
email info@spoorparklive.nl
booker Wouter de Wilde
booker email wouter@greenhousetalent.nl
HEAMIEL
Dance, Pop, Rock edition 74
Local festival for residents of Bolsward and the surrounding area full of culture, music and sports.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-27 June
location Julianapark, Bolsward website www.heamiel.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation Stichting Heamielcomité email info@heamiel.nl
booker Chénah Rinsampessy
booker email Info@heamiel.nl
DKL PARTY
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 June
location Silvolde website www.dklparty.nl
JERA ON AIR
Jera On Air is the largest punk, hardcore and metalcore festival from the Benelux. It’s a three day event with 15.000 visitors per day with people from all over the world. There are 5 band stages, 1 DJ stage, 1 craft beer bar, a wide variety of foodstands with many vegan option, bandmerchandising, a full festivalmarket, a Ferris wheel and most of all: a great atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
Festivalterrein Ysselsteyn, Ysselsteyn www.jeraonair.nl
capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
Stichting Jera on Air info@jeraonair.nl
booking@jeraonair.nl
NORTH SEA ROUND TOWN
NN North Sea Jazz Festival is a household name all over the world. It is also known beyond our national borders as the event where the past, present and future of jazz come together in three days. In addition to the solid basis of jazz, many genres are covered, such as blues, soul, funk, hip hop, world, pop and much more. Over the years there have been performances by D’Angelo, Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, BB King, Metropole Orkest, Miles Davis, Jamiroquai, Pharrell Williams, Prince and many more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 June-12 July
location Rotterdam
website www.northsearoundtown.nl
organisation North Sea Jazz
email info@northsearoundtown.nl
SIMMERDEIS
Simmerdeis is a professional producing arts festival held in a wonderful public park in the Frisian the city of Drachten. The 4-day festival includes a surprising, challenging and accessible mix of (international and local) theatre, circus, dance, music and visual/digital art. Simmerdeis fosters sustainability, inclusiveness and sense of belonging. The by-products are talent development, cultural education (acquiring 21st-century skills) and creative innovation by daring to experiment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Slingepark, Drachten
website www.simmerdeis.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Schouwburg De Lawei
email info@lawei.nl
CONCERT AT SEA
Concert at SEA is a friendly pop festival on a unique location by the seaside. In a pleasant and easygoing atmosphere, 45.000 visitors per day enjoy the best national and international artists.
Highlights from previous editions include BLØF (as yearly host), Sting & Shaggy, Nile Rodgers & Chic, Lenny Kravitz, Alanis Morissette, Racoon, Kensington, Anouk, Faithless, Gavin DeGraw, Guus Meeuwis, Counting Crows, Ilse De Lange, Bastille, Skunk Anansie, Tom Odell, George Ezra and many more.
Pop, Rock edition 21
CONCERT AT SEA FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 June
location Brouwersdam, Renesse website www.concertatsea.nl
FACTS
capacity 45,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Agents After All email info@concertatsea.nl
booker Henkjan Onnink
booker email henkjan@concertatsea.nl
‘T WONDER
Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 4
‘’t Wonder is an outdoor culinary music festival in the city centre of Woerden. With the greatest Dutch artists starring in the line-up, great food from local restaurants, and other fun activities, festival ’t Wonder is perfect for music and food lovers. ’t Wonder welcomes all ages; children must be supervised.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 June
location Exercitieveld, Woerden website www.twonder.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 13,000 type Outdoor
price 32.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Vivre Productions email info@twonder.nl
booker Robert Boevé
booker email robert@vivreproductions.nl
CITYPROMS
Classic, Hiphop, Jazz, World edition 15
The CityProms festival is the most enjoyable music festival in the North where everyone is welcome. To make the hurdle as low as possible, we have made all our performances free, because classical music, jazz and soul is for everyone: people of all ages, amateurs and professionals, for people with and without disabilities and with little or a lot of money. We invite everyone to come and enjoy our festival and to join in with our projects and workshops.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Wilhelminaplein/binnenstad, Leeuwarden website www.cityproms.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 30,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation CityProms email info@cityproms.nl booker CityProms booker email info@cityproms.nl
Evert
Marcel Kieffer
FESTIVAL ZEELAND KLASSIEK
Classic edition 31
Experience classical music performed by small ensembles at unique locations in the province of Zeeland (The Netherlands) during this 10-day festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 June-4 July
location Provincie Zeeland website www.festivalzeelandklassiek.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 80 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting Kamermuziek Zeeland email info@kamermuziekzeeland.nl
booker Stichting Kamermuziek Zeeland booker email info@kamermuziekzeeland.nl
LAGO LAGO
Dance, House, Pop, Techno edition 5
A multi-day festival holiday on June 26, 27 and 28, 2026 at Stroombroek near Braamt.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Stroombroek, Braamt website www.lagolago.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Chasing the Hihat email info@chasingthehihat.nl
booker Ridzert Beetstra booker email ridz@chasingthehihat.nl
GREATEST HITS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-28 June
location Jutterseiland De Meent, Beusichem website www.greatesthitsfestival.
Joy Droogsma
DEFQON.1
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Defqon.1 Weekend Festival serves as the ultimate sanctuary for those with a passion for the harder styles. Defqon.1 attracts 100,000 visitors from over 100 nationalities to experience the spectacular production with mindblowing stage designs, pyrotechnics and visual effects. From the start in 2003, Defqon.1 has ever since been the hardstyle highlight of each festival season.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-28 June
location Evenemententerrein Walibi Holland, Biddinghuizen
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Q-dance
email info@q-dance.com
TAPT FESTIVAL ALKMAAR
Dance, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 5
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party! Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 June
location Evenemententerrein Olympiaweg, Alkmaar website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
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BIJ ONS IN BRABANT
Joël Borelli travels across the country in search of the most beautiful musical stories. Stories that come together in a brand-new spectacle: Bij Ons in Brabant. A stadium show full of recognition, warmth, and spectacle, where the heart of the province beats louder than ever.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 – 27 June
location Philips Stadion, Eindhoven website www.bijonsinbrabant.com
type Outdoor
ticketer
BOULEVARD OUTDOOR
Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Techno ed. 15
Boulevard Outdoor: the most enjoyable festival in the eastern Netherlands! This regional festival, held at the unique location of the Lageveld in Wierden, will be bigger than ever. With a broad line-up and playful entertainment, this is a festival for everybody. Feel welcome and be entertained!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 June
location Het Lageveld, Wierden
website www.boulevardoutdoor.nl
acts 50 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Boulevard Entertainment email info@boulevardentertainment.nl
Johannes Wassenaar
FESTIFOORT FESTIVAL
Dance, Hard techno, House, Techno, Urban ed. 11
Welcome to Festifoort Festival. The place where summer truly kicks off! Expect banging beats, good vibes, and a crowd that’s ready to go all out. Multiple stages, a line-up full of surprises, and an atmosphere you just have to experience.Whether you’re here for your favorite artist, to dance until sunset, or to make memories with your friends - at Festifoort, it’s all about one thing: going all in on the best day of the year!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 June
location Flint, Amersfoort
website www.facebook.com/festifoort
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Festifoort Events B.V.
email info@festifoort.nl
booker Rowan
booker email rowan@festifoort.nl
BEACHROCKERS
FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-4 July
location Recreatiepark de Ulesprong, St Nicolaasga
website www.beachrockers.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation Beach Rockers Events
email info@beachrockers.nl
HILLEGOMS MUZIEKFEEST
Nederlandstalig
The biggest Dutch music festival in the ‘flowerbulb’ area. With over 4.500 visitors and 10 to 15 artists each year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 June
location Hoftuin, Hillegom
website www.hillegomsmuziekfeest.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 4,850 type Outdoor
price 34.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation Stichting Hillegoms Muziekfeest
email Info@hillegomsmuziekfeest.nl
GROLSCH SUMMER SOUNDS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-31 July
website www.uitinenschede.nl/grolsch-summer-sounds
organisation Vereniging Horecastad Enschede / Enschede Promotie
Fred Bakker
BAZAAR BOXTEL
A free festival with good music and great food, prepared by all local cultural communities. Fun for all ages. It’s all about celebrating and connecting.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 June
location Park Molenwijk, Boxtel website www.bazaarboxtel.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Bazaar Boxtel email contact@bazaarboxtel.nl
VRIENDENLOTERIJ ZOMERCONCERTEN
Classic, Jazz, Pop, World
More than 80 concerts, from pop and jazz to classical and film music. In July and August we welcome orchestras and musicians from all over the world to our iconic building. Enjoy the music, the cocktails and the meet-and-greets and immerse yourself in an atmosphere of summer and tradition. Join our artists and us in a celebration of music!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 July-31 August
location Het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam website www.concertgebouw.nl
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 80,000 type Indoor
organisation Het Concertgebouw Amsterdam
email kassa@concertgebouw.nl
booker Anita Crowe
booker email kassa@concertgebouw.nl
ZOMERFEEST TINTE
edition 34
With 35+ artists and activities on the program it’s no option not to dance and have fun. A perfect start of your summer!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-4 July
location Lodderlandsedijk, Tinte website www.tinte.nl
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Tinte 400 email info@tinte.nl
booker kees rehorst booker email info@tinte.nl
BREDA LIVE
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 16
Breda Live is a two-day celebration featuring the best acts the Netherlands has to offer. Enjoy a great atmosphere full of hospitality, with local heroes, caterers, and partners who share our love of conviviality, quality, and enjoying ourselves together. It really feels like coming home every year. Expect surprising performances on the Holland Casino stage every year, and discover extra areas that make Breda Live complete!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-4 July
location Chasséveld, Breda website www.bredalive.nl
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 16,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation BOD Events email info@bodevents.nl
DAG VAN LEEUWEN / WIELLAWAAI
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Beneden-Leeuwen website www.dagvanleeuwen.nl
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Outdoor organisation Stichting Dag van Leeuwen email wiellawaai@dagvanleeuwen.nl
FESTIVALDERAA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Schipborg website www.festivalderaa.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting AAS email info@festivalderaa.nl
H. van Beek
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DE AMSTERDAMSE ZOMER
During this 2-day summer party, the best home-grown artists will perform at one of Amsterdam’s most iconic locations: the Olympic Stadium.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-4 July
location Olympisch Stadion, Amsterdam
website www.deamsterdamsezomer.nl
FACTS
capacity 25,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment
DEVENTER OP STELTEN
For over twentyfive years the historic town of Deventer in the Netherlands has celebrated culture and arts on the streets. While ‘Op Stelten’ (‘on stilts’) is now used largely as a figurative sense, the performers are truly of the highest level and come from all over the world. During the second weekend of July the city centre turns into a giant open air theatre stage and attracts thousands of enthusiastic visitors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Several venues, Deventer website www.deventeropstelten.nl
FACTS
acts 150 type Outdoor
organisation Events dEVENTer
email info@eventsdeventer.nl
Gerard
Dubois
DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 11
Down The Rabbit Hole says adventure, confusion, surrealism and psychedelics, which has been an inspiration for (psycho) rockers, DJs, artists, designers and filmmakers ever since the rise of the pop culture in the uncurbed 1960s. Good company, so get ready to tumble…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location De Groene Heuvels, Beuningen Gld website www.downtherabbithole.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Mojo Concerts email jump@downtherabbithole.nl
booker Mojo Concerts booker email jump@downtherabbithole.nl
DUTCH SUMMERVIBES OPEN AIR
Nederlandstalig edition 4
Dutch SummerVibes Open Air – the best Dutch artists on a perfect summer night.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 July
location Aan de Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.summervibesopenair.nl
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Fris & Fruitig Events email info@ffevents.nl
booker Jason Tuhumena booker email info@ffevents.nl
VUNZIGE DEUNTJES
Come to Vunzige Deuntjes Festival and experience the best live artists and DJ’s in the field of hip-hop, RnB, dancehall, afro and amapiano! The tastiest food trucks, the most fun activities and much more in the most beautiful place of greenery in our capital city!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location Amsterdamse Bos website www.vunzigedeuntjesfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Vunzige Deuntjes email info@vunzigedeuntjes.nl
GELDERPOP
Hardstyle, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock ed. 8
The biggest summerfestival of Gelderland is characterized by the mix between big national names and local artists spread over multiple stages. In addition, with a wide range of foodtrucks, there is no better place to celebrate summer!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-4 July
location Recreatiegebied Zeumeren, Voorthuizen
website www.gelderpop.nl
FACTS
capacity 8,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events
email info@thezooevents.nl
IMAGINARIUM FESTIVAL
Folk, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 11
Once upon a time, there was a special festival in a fairytale-like corner of Friesland. Every year, lovers of music, fantasy, comics, superheroes and other enchanting worlds gather in Tytsjerk for Imaginarium Festival. After our most successful edition in 2025, we can’t wait to open our gates again on 3, 4 and 5 July 2026 for a weekend full of stories, shows, markets, magic and wonder for visitors of all ages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Park Vijversburg, Tytsjerk
website www.imaginarium-festival.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor price 15.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting Rapalje Festival
email info@imaginarium-festival.nl
booker David Myles
booker email info@imaginarium-festival.nl
Imaginarium Festival
MADNES FESTIVAL
Reggae, Rock, World edition 17
A surf, skate and music festival on the island Ameland.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Strand van Nes, Ameland website www.madnesfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation MadNes email info@madnesfestival.nl
booker Steven Leeuwerink booker email info@madnesfestival.nl
ROTTERDAM BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Blues, Country, Folk, Roots
Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival is a leading European bluegrass festival that showcases international and national top acts in roots music as well as upcoming talent. The festival is famous for the diversity of the audience and the amazing atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Noordplein, Rotterdam website www.bluegrassfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation Stichting Kito Events email info@kitoevents.com
OOSTERHOUT LIVE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location Lukwelpark, Oosterhout website www.oosterhoutlive.nl email info@oosterhoutlive.nl
Peter
Paul Klapwijk
STOMPWIJK SUMMERLAND
TAPT FESTIVAL UTRECHT
edition 18
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Stompwijk
website www.stompwijksummerland.nl
capacity 1,500 type Outdoor organisation Stichting Summerland email info@stompwijksummerland.nl
AFRIKAFESTIVAL HERTME
edition 37
The Afrika Festival Hertme is one of the leading festivals in the field of modern music from Africa. The beautiful Open Air Theater Hertme has hosted the two-day festival for over 36 years.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 July
location Openluchttheater, Hertme website www.openluchttheaterhertme.nl/afrikafestival
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Openluchttheater Hertme email info@openluchttheaterhertme.nl
Dance, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 10
TAPT Festival – The Social Festival of the Netherlands! Or in Dutch: Hét Borrelfestival van Nederland. Expect a big celebration with dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Enjoy great beers, tasty wines, cocktails, delicious food, and fun games. Chill on the grass, sing along at the Karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet new friends. With its cozy vibe, TAPT is the ultimate feel-good festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Julianapark, Utrecht website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
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WONDERFEEL
Classic
Wonderfeel is a three-day outdoor festival for classical music with the casual atmosphere of a pop festival. On the 25 hectare nature reserve in ‘s-Graveland the seven Wonderfeel stages are a mini walk spread apart.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Schaep en Burgh, ‘s-Graveland website www.wonderfeel.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
price 70.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Stichting Wonderfeel email info@wonderfeel.nl booker nvt
booker email pitch@wonderfeel.nl
BY THE CREEK FESTIVAL
By the Creek is a festival of extremes. From beech trees under the bridge to hiphop on the beach. Different flavors in a paradisiacal location.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 July
location Recreatieterrein Middelwaard, Vianen website www.bythecreekfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation By the Creek B.V. email info@bythecreekfestival.com
IN HET VOLKSPARK
Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban
Did you hear? An unforgettable pop festival rustles between the leaves and blades of grass: In Het Volkspark. A collaboration between Absolutely Fresh (known from Freshtival Weekend) and Agents After All (known from Concert at Sea). And that means one thing: a fabulous festival with the biggest bands & DJs in the oldest public park of the Netherlands! With rocky sounds, sexy hits and festive sing-alongs blasting through your ears. With In Het Volkspark you have the summer in your head 24/7!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location Het Volkspark, Enschede website www.inhetvolkspark.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Absolutely Fresh; Concert At Sea email info@inhetvolkspark.nl
booker Maarten Middendorp booker email info@agentsafterall.nl
KARMA OUTDOOR
Dance, Hardcore
KARMA, the concept for the true house lover of the first hour. We take you back in time with the biggest bangers of the past! We are known for our great line-ups with the biggest names from the scene, and we are the party where the atmosphere is always great.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location Landsard Beach, Eindhoven website www.karmahouseclassics.nl
FACTS
capacity 7,500 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
AWAKENINGS SUMMER FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Hilvarenbeek
website www.awakenings.com type Outdoor
email press@awakenings.nl
MUZE MISSE
Blues, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Known for a wide variety of musical styles at an affordable price, Muze Misse has been a favourite of music lovers for over 15 years. This 2-day festival in a cosy park attracts an enthusiastic crowd and the biggest artists, as well as new talent.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 July
location Jan Cunen Park, Oss website www.muzemisse.nl
FACTS
acts 17 capacity 5,500 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Stichting Muze Misse email info@muzemisse.nl
booker Penny Klamer-Suppers booker email info@muzemisse.nl
Thomas Segers
SAMA SAMA MALUKU FESTIVAL
edition 3
Faith. Hope. Love. The biggest Moluccan festival in the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location Aan de Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.samasamafestival.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Stichting Sama Sama email info@samasamafestival.nl
booker Frangken Tuhumena booker email info@samasamafestival.nl
SOMPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location De Waal, Texel
website www.sompop.nl
organisation Stichting Evenementen Texel email sompoptexel@gmail.com
WASTELAND SUMMERFEST
House, Rock, Techno
Wasteland Summerfest is created for those who dare to be who they want to be… celebrating freedom! A Saturday full of extraordinary live entertainment, art spaces & vehicles and spectacular shows by international performers. Renowned DJs playing multiple genres of music on different stages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location Kaap Amsterdam, Amsterdam website www.wastelandsummerfest.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
price 58.50 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Vault Events email info@wasteland.nl
WET
‘N WILD BEACHFESTIVAL
House, Urban edition 11
Celebrating over 10 years of music, sun, and good vibes - Wet ’n Wild Beachfestival brings together the best urban and house beats in Alphen aan den Rijn.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Aan de Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.wetnwildfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Fris & Fruitig Events email info@ffevents.nl
booker Jason Tuhumena booker email info@ffevents.nl
LINDEGRACHT CONCERTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 July
location Alkmaar website www.lindegrachtconcert.nl
organisation Stichting Gulden Vlies Lindegracht Concerten email info@lindegrachtconcert.nl
BIG RIVERS FESTIVAL
Blues, Dance, Jazz, Pop, Rock edition 26
For three days the historic city center of Dordrecht comes alive with Big Rivers Festival. Across 14 stages you’ll discover a wide mix of music from pop and rock to blues, jazz or dance. And the best part: admission is free. From 11–13 July 2025 you can experience the coolest city center festival in the Netherlands!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location 14 locations in the historic city centre of Dordrecht website www.bigrivers.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 150,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Big Rivers email info@bigrivers.nl
booker Team Bookers booker email Aanmeldenbands@bigrivers.nl
BOUWVAKFEEST OUD LUTTEN
Blues, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 35
For 35 years, this has been the party that kicks off the summer holidays, with live bands, fun and games, and lots of good cheer. It is the oldest, best-known, and certainly the most enjoyable party in the municipality of Hardenberg.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 July
location Lutteresweg, Lutten website www.bouwvakfeestoudlutten.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 3,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Bouwvakfeest Oud-Lutten email info@bouwvakfeestoudlutten.nl
booker Edwin Altena booker email info@bouwvakfeestoudlutten.nl
BADPOP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 July
location Zwembad Waarland, Waarland website www.badpop.nl
FACTS
ticketer
organisation Stichting Badpop email info@badpop.nl
DE KASTEELTUINCONCERTEN
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Reggae, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 24
De Kasteeltuinconcerten is the most enjoyable free concert series in Helmond. In 2026, the 24st edition will take place during eight Friday evenings. All music genres are represented, from pop, rock, salsa, tribute, reggae, blues, soul to Dutch.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 July-28 August
location Kasteeltuin, Helmond website www.kasteeltuinconcerten.nl
FACTS
acts 17 capacity 85,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events email info@helmondcityevents.nl
booker Geert Blenckers booker email info@helmondcityevents.nl
BOSPOP
Classic pop - rock festival in Weert (The Netherlands).
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Weert
website www.bospop.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Stichting Bospop Weert
email info@bospop.nl
FESTIVAL HONGERIGE
WOLF
edition 14
Festival Hungry Wolf is a festival that offers young talented professional artists a stage in the field of music, dance, theatre, film, visual arts and literature in the Groningen village with the special name: Hungry Wolf (it’s no joke). Music in the field, dance & theatre in flourishing gardens of residents, film in the forest etc! Come along and enjoy the hospitality of the residents, the exciting music, the inspiring art, the beautiful surroundings and the tranquility of the countryside.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Hongerige Wolf, Finsterwolde website www.festivalhongerigewolf.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation Stichting Hongerige Wolf email info@festivalhongerigewolf.nl
NN NORTH SEA JAZZ FESTIVAL
Blues, Hiphop, Jazz edition 49
NN North Sea Jazz is the largest indoor music festival in the world, known globally as the event where the past, present and future of jazz are featured within three days. Next to a firm base of jazz many genres will pass by, such as blues, soul, funk, hip hop, world, pop and much more. Next to enjoying top names from around the world, visitors get the chance to discover new favorite artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Ahoy, Rotterdam website www.northseajazz.com
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 90,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation North Sea Jazz email info@northseajazz.com
TAPT FESTIVAL ROTTERDAM
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 5
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-11 July
location Museumpark, Rotterdam website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
WILDEBURG
Stroll through the Noordoostpolder to the veritable and true Wildeburg. There is always a party on the festival grounds. Every happy camper chooses their own pace and decides for themselves when to go to bed, so please respect other’s space and moments of rest.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Kraggenburg website www.wildeburg.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Wildeburg email info@wildeburg.nl
B.V. & De
ZOMERKERMIS HELMOND
Nederlandstalig
ALEGRÍA FESTIVAL
Latin
Alegria Festival is a free family friendly event on the Ketelhuisplein on Strijp-S (Eindhoven). This day is all about spending time with your family and friends in a Latin & Caribbean atmosphere. Our visitors can enjoy (live) music, practice a few dance moves on the dance floor, attend free dance workshops, watch dance shows, enjoy Latin & Caribbean food and drinks, while the little ones enjoy themselves in the kids corner. We ensure that everyone will feel ALEGRIA on this day.
Mark it down in your calendar: the always entertaining Summer Fair Helmond 2026 will take place from Friday, July 10 through Wednesday, July 15, 2026. With more than 40 attractions spread throughout the center of Helmond, it promises to be a fun fair for young and old!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-15 July
location Markt / Ameidewal / Marktstraat / Watermolenwal, Helmond website www.helmondkermis.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Gemeente Helmond email gemeente@helmond.nl
booker GJD Events
booker email geert@gjdbv.nl
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 July
location Strijp S, Eindhoven website www.alegriafestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation YZZO events email events@yzzo.nl
DREAMFIELDS FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Urban
FOREVER FESTIVAL
At the wonderful recreational area of Rhederlaag in Lathum, visitors enter a dream every time they enter the festival site. With the best house, urban, hardstyle and cross-over music, Dreamfields is getting more popular every edition.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location Recreatiegebied Rhederlaag, Lathum website www.dreamfields.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Matrixx Events email info@matrixx.nl
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Pop, Trance
Forever Festival is The ultimate Dance Xperience in the south of the Netherlands. A unique festival at a special location in Limburg. A combination of music, dance, theater and entertainment with different areas and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location Megaland, Landgraaf website www.foreverfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Stichting Festival Xperience email info@foreverfestival.nl
booker Patrick Laheije
booker email patrick@festivalxperience.com
FULL MOON FESTIVAL
Hardstyle, Hard techno, House, Techno, Trance edition 11
On July 11, 2026, Spaarnwoude will transform into a world of music, atmosphere, and experience. Everything comes to life in the Fairytale Forest: fairies, freaks, stilt walkers, and acts will take you on a journey filled with energy, fun, and good vibes. Dance to the best DJs, enjoy food, shows, and atmospheric spots under the trees. The site is bigger than ever, with more space, surprises, and atmosphere. Together, we will make it The Ultimate Moon Experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location De Ven, Spaarnwoude website www.full-moon.events
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Nachtboetiek Produkties email info@nachtboetiek.nl
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FUSE STREETROCK
Metal, Pop, Rock edition 28
Fuse StreetRock is a two-day, accessible festival in the center of Bakel. Since 2005, Saturday’s program has featured the best tribute bands from home and abroad. On StreetRock Sunday, rock in the broadest sense of the word is what sets the tone. On Sunday, the focus is on the bands’ own repertoire, with locally famous and internationally renowned bands. A friendly atmosphere is paramount, everyone is welcome to join the party, and admission is free.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 July
location Evenementen terrein, Bakel website www.streetrock.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Fuse StreetRock email info@streetrock.nl
Marcel
van
Gerwen
JOLPOP
Hardstyle, Pop, Rock, Techno
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location kustpark, Lelystad website www.jolpop.com
FACTS
METZ ‘THE REAL HOUSE FESTIVAL’
acts 25 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation stichting jolpop email jolpopfestival@gmail.com
On July 11, 2026, METZ ‘The Real House Festival’ will descend upon the beautiful Breezze Festival grounds. Surrounded by nature, beach, and water, you will experience the ultimate summer with pure house, techhouse, and classics. Expect the real METZ vibe: dancing, sun, and the fun of the Metz Family!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location Breezze Festival Terrein, Brielle website www.metzevents.nl
FACTS
acts 23 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Footclub Events email info@footclubevents.nl
booker Footclub Events booker email info@footclubevents.nl
MONTMARTRE SELLINGEN
SUNBEATS FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Techno
Every year on the 2nd Saturday of July, the Montmartre Sellingen festival is organized in the heart of Sellingen. Around 100 artists display their works around the centuries-old church. This way everyone can get acquainted with the different art styles, materials and techniques in an accessible way. The festival site is fully decorated in a French atmosphere. Experience a pleasant day with terraces, demonstrations, workshops and music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location Torenstraat, Sellingen website www.montmartresellingen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Montmartre Sellingen email info@montmartresellingen.nl
SunBeats Festival is an annual dance event that take place on the beach of Paal17, Texel. SunBeats Festival returns on Saturday, July 11th, 2026. The location sets the stage for a unique experience. Multiple stages are setting the tone with international DJ’s, musicians and live entertainment. Experience the euphoria, get in the groove with your feet in the sand, and cherish the memories made under the sun at SunBeats Festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location Paal 17, Texel website www.sunbeats.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation MRK2 Events email info@sunbeats.nl
booker Giovanni Kriek
booker email giovanni@mrk2events.nl
Emiel
Hornman
ULTRASONIC FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Urban
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
CITY OF DANCE
Dance
location Recreatiegebied Maarsseveense plassen, Maarssen website www.ultrasonic.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Ultrasonic -
RASTAPLAS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 July
location Noord AA strand, Zoetermeer website www.rastaplasfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Rastaplas
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Once every year, at a magical place in a colourful jungle of music & lights City of Dance festival takes place, and thousands of fortunate people have the privilege to create wonderful memories. You can spend 2 days and nights partying with your friends together with the hottest internationel and local artists in a breathtaking setting. City of Dance features over 200 performances in 2 days.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-19 July
location Evenemententerrein Oude Veerseweg, Middelburg website www.cityofdancefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor price 40.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Stichting Streetparade Middelburg email office@you-dance.nl
booker Martin Priem
booker email office@you-dance.nl
ZWARTE CROSS
The Zwarte Cross is a festival with a bizarre mix of motocross, music, stunts, theater, humor and a lot of craziness and spectacle. The combination of these seemingly different worlds makes for a unique celebration worldwide!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-19 July location Terrein De Schans, Lichtenvoorde website www.zwartecross.nl
FACTS
capacity 265,500 type Outdoor
organisation Alles Komt Goed BV email info@feestfabriek.nl -
TAPT FESTIVAL ALMERE
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 3
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 July
location Esplanade, Almere website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
VEENHOOP FESTIVAL
Folk, Metal, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 74
By far the oldest festival in Holland with more than 70 editions and counting. The festival mainly is Rock oriented and had artists on the billing like: Dropkick Murphys, Europe, Guano Apes, Within Temptation, Joe Cocker, Meat Loaf, Status Quo, Megadeth, and more. This 4 day event has a campsite which is sitting next to the beautiful waters of Friesland.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 July
location Festivalsite Eijzengapaed, De Veenhoop website www.veenhoopfestival.frl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 6,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Dorpsfeesten de Veenhoop / TourProductions email info@veenhoopfestival.frl
booker Johan Koster
booker email johan@tourproductions.nl
DOMINATOR FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Dominator is THE hardcore gathering in the world. Dominator welcomes over 50.000 visitors every year, making it the biggest outdoor hardcore gathering in the world. With over 150 performing artists, divided over 2 days and 12 stages, it’s a must-visit for hardcore heads. Its unique location provides the perfect backdrop for a weekend filled with breathtaking stages, outstanding performances from the biggest artists out there and the finest hardcore sound. It’s the ultimate hardcore weekend.
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WALHALLA ZOMERFEESTEN
Pop, Rock edition 50
Walhalla Zomerfeesten is a small-scale but very cozy and unique festival taking place on July 17, 18, and 19, 2026, in Deurne, North Brabant. It is held in a unique location near the castle ruins, creating a natural and special atmosphere. Organized entirely by volunteers, the festival offers a diverse lineup, featuring both nationally recognized bands and talented regional acts, catering to a varied audience. This year will be the 50th edition.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-19 July
location Kasteelplein, Deurne website www.whzf.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Zomerfeesten Deurne email info@whzf.nl
booker Teun van den Broek booker email programmering@whzf.nl
BREDA IN CONCERT
Breda in Concert is the Dutch-language music festival of West Brabant. Previous editions we had performances by Snollebollekes, Jan Smit, Nick & Simon, Marianne Weber, Nielson, Wolter Kroes, Sieneke, John West, Gers Pardoel, Django Wagner and many other big stars. The very wide range of artists, ensures our visitors a day they will not soon forget. All the well-known sing-alongs will come along and we will shake Breda to its foundations!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 July
location Chasseveld, Breda website www.bredainconcert.com
FACTS
organisation Breda in Concert email info@bredainconcert.com
MATRIXX AT THE PARK
Dance, Hardstyle, Urban
During the Vierdaagse the Hunnerpark in Nijmegen is the decor of 7 days of total madness! Visitors can enjoy the best dance, urban and harder styles music FOR FREE, go crazy and party their asses of one week long!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-24 July
location Hunnerpark, Nijmegen website www.matrixx.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Matrixx
DE LEUKE FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, House
A glittering playground for grown-ups. With an abundance of confetti, glitter, exciting games, karaoke and more De Leuke offers unique on-site activities that will keep you entertained all day. Music at De Leuke Festival ranges from classics to dancehall and from singalongs to house.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 July
location Voorveldsepolder, Utrecht website www.deleukefestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
C’EST LA VIE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 July
location Straattheater, Emmen website www.cestlavie-emmen.nl
organisation Stichting C’est La Vie email info@cestlavie-emmen.nl
FESTIVAL MACUMBA
Latin edition 6
The biggest fiesta of the year is back this summer, and we can’t wait to dance with all of you at our new location at De Ven in the beautiful Spaarnwoude near Amsterdam! Expect everything that you love from Fiesta Macumba but - bigger, hotter, and open-air! This year will mark our 6th edition, and we will curate the best that Latin culture has to offer, Macumba style. From the best DJs to the tastiest Latin food, and of course, the amazing fiesta vibes that only Festival Macumba can deliver!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 July
location Ouderkerkerplas, Ouderkerk Amstel website www.festivalmacumba.nl
FACTS
capacity 7,500 type Outdoor organisation Rais64 B.V email info@festivalmacumba.nl
NEDERLAND MUZIEKLANDBREDA IN CONCERT
The event is open to young and old from the age of 16. Previous editions featured performances by the likes of Snollebollekes, Jan Smit, Nick & Simon, Marianne Weber, Nielson, Wolter Kroes, Sieneke, John West, Gers Pardoel, Django Wagner, and many other big stars.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 July
location Chasséveld, Breda website www.bredainconcert.com/informatie email info@bredainconcert.com
HALTPOP
Metal, Rock
Haltpop is a two-day underground music festival near the Zaanse Schans, celebrating punk ethos, DIY culture, and local spirit. Fully volunteer-run, it collaborates with local partners to deliver a high-quality, accessible experience for artists and audiences alike. While this year’s line-up is still to be announced, past performers include Babylon Circus, Zeke, Ramkot, Punk Rock Factory, Zebrahead, The Dwarves, T.S.O.L., and Dool.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 July
location Topsportcentrum De Koog, Koog aan de Zaan website www.haltpop.nl
FACTS
acts 20 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Stichting Haltpop email info@haltpop.nl
MATRIXX LIVE AAN DE KADE
Nederlandstalig, Pop
The Waalkade is the craziest party square of Nijmegen during the Vierdaagse. With all guilty pleasures you can imagine, played by the best Party DJ’s, and a live performance of leading Dutch artists every day (7 days long), the Waalkade is the place to be during this week! Entrance is free!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-24 July
location Waalkade, Nijmegen website www.matrixx.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Matrixx -
HET LANDJUWEEL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-26 July
location Ruigoord Culturele Vrijhaven, Amsterdam
website www.ruigoord.nl
ticketer
organisation Stichting Landjuweel
RADE AAN DE KADE
During the Vierdaagse a spin of the wheel decides which genre is played by the DJ’s at the Waalkade! From 90’s to rock and from guilty pleasures to Dutch music, Rade aan de Kade is fun for young and old! After 7 days the bricks of the Waalkade definitely need to be replaced!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-24 July
location Waalkade, Nijmegen
website www.matrixx.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Matrixx
email info@matrixx.nl
STRAATTHEATERFESTIVAL C’EST LA VIE
C’est la Vie is a a street theater festival, which is supplemented by a large market and fair. The festival starts at 10.00 am with the market / fair, from 13.00 the street theater is bursting. All kinds of different street theater through the streets of the center of Emmen. There is a lot of attention for interaction with the public and activities for the children. After 5 pm, you can continue to enjoy yourself with various live bands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 July
location City centre, Emmen website www.cestlavie-emmen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting C’est la Vie email info@cestlavie-emmen.nl
VIERDAAGSEFEESTEN
Dance, Jazz, Latin, Pop, Rock edition 55
During 7 days, our event Vierdaagsefeesten offers the biggest and most vibrant party. Every year we present a program that attracts people to make over 1.6 million visits to the inner city of Nijmegen, the oldest city of the Netherlands. Our festival offers an amazing line-up of dance, rock, latin, pop, jazz, classical music, theatre and fine arts. Besides the music you’ll enjoy the markets, food trucks, specials and spectacular fireworks.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-24 July
location Binnenstad, Nijmegen website www.vierdaagsefeesten.nl
FACTS
acts 1000 capacity 1,625,000 type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Vierdaagsefeesten Nijmegen email info@vierdaagsefeesten.nl
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DE KADEFEESTEN
Classic edition 16
Music festival in the heart of Maastricht with local bands and artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-26 July
location Kesselskade, Maastricht website www.kadefeesten.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 1,500 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation VB Events & Entertainment email info@vbevents.nl
HARDCLASSICS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 July
location De Ven, Spaarnwoude website www.hardclassicsfestival.com
type Outdoor
organisation Free2Party BV email info@free2party.com
Marcel Krijgsman
LIQUICITY FESTIVAL
Dance edition 10
Liquicity will transform the beautiful Geestmerambacht into the Galaxy of Dreams. Celebrate drum & bass music with people from all over the world.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-26 July
location Geestmerambacht, Oudkarspel website festival.liquicity.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Celebratix
organisation Liquicity email office@liquicity.com -
HARDCLASSICS ON THE BEACH
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 July
location Bloemendaal aan Zee
website www.hardclassics.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Free2Party email info@free2party.com
TAPT FESTIVAL HAARLEM
Dance, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 8
TAPT Festival – The Social Festival of the Netherlands! Or in Dutch: Hét Borrelfestival van Nederland. Expect a big celebration with dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Enjoy great beers, tasty wines, cocktails, delicious food, and fun games. Chill on the grass, sing along at the Karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet new friends. With its cozy vibe, TAPT is the ultimate feel-good festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-25 July
location Burgemeester Reinaldapark, Haarlem website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
Exposure Company
Gespecialiseerd in groot formaat print en signing. Uitgebreid assortiment aan printmaterialen, waaronder een ECO lijn van duurzame, PVC-vrije materialen. Totaaloplossing voor retail, stand- en interieurbouw, evenementen, in- en outdoor exposure.
Exposure Rental
Verhuur van signing, branding en event gerelateerde materialen.
Levering uit eigen voorraad, vanuit 2.000 m² magazijn in Haarlem.
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Exposure Partners
Volledige dienstverlening van een activatie, campagne, brand-event of tijdelijke exposure.
Productie, transport, montage, service, demontage, onderhoud en opslag.
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Dé webshop voor de event professional.
WEITJEROCK
Dance, Rock edition 12
WeitjeRock is the music festival of West-Zeeuws-Vlaanderen. In the last weekend of July the two-day event takes place in the beautiful contryside of IJzendijke. With a challenging, diverse, dynamic and varied program we attract a wide and diverse audience. Young, old, Dutch,Belgian.... Everyone can enjoy the sociability of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen and a professionally organized festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-25 July
location Festivalweide, IJzendijke website www.weitjerock.com
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting WeitjeRock email festival@weitjerock.com
booker Peter van Hanegem
booker email peter@weitjerock.com
COMPLEX FESTIVAL
Dance, Hard techno, House, Techno edition 5
Complex Festival: 5th anniversary in 2026. At a time when festivals often opt for the safe middle ground, Complex decided to do the opposite. Since its first edition, the festival has grown explosively: from 8,000 visitors in its opening year to 20,000 visitors spread over the entire weekend—without making any artistic concessions. From this breeding ground for electronic music, a vision emerged: to build a festival that is as uncompromising, characterful, and intense as the club itself.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 July
location Geusseltpark, Maastricht website www.complexfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 24,000 type Outdoor
price 60.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Complex Maastricht email Luc@complexmaastricht.nl
booker Lucas de Beaumont booker email Noreply@complexmaastricht.nl
GEHEIME LIEFDE: TUINEN VAN GELUK
House, Techno edition 3
A magic Geheime Liefde spin-off, in the middle of an enchanted, colourful garden. Three intimate & cozy stages are the setting of the summery and electronic techno, house & disco basses. ‘Try your luck’ during Geheime Liefde: Tuinen van Geluk.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 July
location De Middengaarde, Nieuwegein website www.tuinenvangeluk.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl -
MILKSHAKE FESTIVAL
Milkshake Festival is an open-minded electronic dance festival that has made its mark in the city centre of Amsterdam. Born from the thought ‘everything is possible’ Milkshake shows that entertainment, music choice, choice of clothing, and status have nothing to do with sexuality. In previous years there have been 9 stages per day that showcase (inter)national event organizations, artists, and performance artists. The most played genres are electronic, house, disco, techno, R&B, and dancehall.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 July
location Westerpark, Amsterdam website www.milkshakefestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Air Events & Paradiso email milk@milkshakefestival.nl
STONEHENGE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 July
location Stationsplein, Steenwijk website www.stonehengefestival.nl
ORBIT
House, Techno
A stone’s throw away from the city of Utrecht you’ll find Fort Vechten; a monumental 19th-century fort once used in a line of defense. A remarkable place, which is a discovery within itself already. Orbit encourages discovery of the venue, known and unknown artists and each other. Joining forces with several local partners, Orbit withholds a full programme of art and electronic music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 July
location Fort Vechten, Bunnik website www.orbitfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 7,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
PRIDE AMSTERDAM
Everyone has the right to be who you are and to love who you want. Pride is a nine-day (LGBTI)-festival, a great party and at the same time an impressive plea for the emancipation of LGBTIs. Pride Amsterdam offers – with its partners – a range of events in the field of debate, art, theater, film, (dance) parties and sports. The highlight is the famous Canal Parade.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 July-8 August
location City centre, Amsterdam website www.pride.amsterdam
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Pride Amsterdam email info@pride.amsterdam
TOTAALFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 July-2 August
location Festivalterrain Egyptische Poort, Bladel website www.totaalfestival.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Brood en Spelen Bladel email maud@totaalfestival.nl
BRIELLE BLUES FESTIVAL
Blues edition 34
Free Blues music and more on three stages with in addition at changing locations of the walking routes an offer of ‘acoustic one man bands’ in the historical old town of Brielle.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 July
location Historic city center Brielle, Voorne aan Zee / Brielle website www.brielleblues.nl
FACTS
acts 19 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Brielse Bluesdag email info@brielleblues.nl
booker Stichting Brielse Bluesdag booker email Voorzitter@brielleblues.nl -
SNEEKWEEK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-6 August
location Sneek
website www.sneekweekgids.nl
organisation Gemeente Sudwest Fryslân
CASTLEFEST
Experimental, Folk, Literature, Rock, World ed.21
Imagine yourself in a completely different world at Castlefest, the Fantasy festival of the Netherlands. A fest for young and old, where, as soon as you enter the gates, you find yourself in the Other World. Castlefest is a total experience with lots of music, fantasy writers, themed catering, medieval crafts and a large market which offers everything a fantasy fan is looking for. Castlefest characterizes itself by a unique ambiance, an experience not to be missed.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-2 August
location Landgoed Keukenhof, Lisse website www.castlefest.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 55,000 type Outdoor price 42.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Vana Events email info@vana-events.nl
Ruben Meuwese
DICKY WOODSTOCK FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Metal, Pop, Rock edition 36
Festival with al types of genres, varying from mainstream popmusic to metal, five areas in the beautiful vicinity of Steenwijkerwold. Over the years the festival grew into an event to be reckoned with, it has big headliners on the billing both domestic and non domestic. With roots going back as far as 1989 it can be considered a tradition for visitors to go to and have fun enjoying music, a few drinksand good food around the summer holiday.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-1 August
location Festivalterrein Hesselingendijk 1, Steenwijkerwold website www.dickywoodstock.com
FACTS
acts 75 capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation St Dicky Woodstock Festival / Henk Kranendonk email info@dickywoodstock.com
booker Henk Kranendonk & Johan Koster
booker email johan@tourproductions.nl -
SOLAR WEEKEND
Hiphop, House, Pop, Techno, Urban edition 20
At Solar Weekend you can spend four days and nights partying along the hottest national and international artists’ music in a breathtaking setting! The festival is built up by over 800 creatives from different disciplines. With theatre, funny games, beautiful structures and - of course - music, there’s no chance to get bored at all. Musicwise, there’s House, Trance, Hiphop, Pop and live music. In short: Solar Weekend has it all.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-2 August
location De Maasplassen, Roermond website www.solarweekend.com
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 28,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation This is Live email info@solarweekend.com
booker Bas Baetsen
booker email info@solarweekend.com
TAPT FESTIVAL APELDOORN
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 2
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-1 August
location Zwitsal Buitenstad, Apeldoorn website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
CONINCX POP
Blues, Experimental, Pop, Rock, Roots
Conincx Pop is a free boutique festival in the south of Netherlands. Conincx Pop originated in 1983 in a meadow in Elsloo. In 1997 the number of visitors increased and the festival moved to a larger but unique and beautiful location: the banks of the Maas in Elsloo. Conincx Pop has offered his stage to numerous national and international bands. The organization still prefers a small-scale festival and no entrance fee.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 August
location Festivalterrein - Westelijke Kanaalweg, Elsloo website www.conincxpop.nl
FACTS
acts 7 capacity 4,500 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Conincx Pop email info@conincxpop.nl
booker Hilde Spille
booker email hilde@paperclip.agency
SPIKKER COUNTRYFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Zevenaar
website www.muziekstadzevenaar.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Muziekstad Zevenaar email info@muziekstadzevenaar.nl
DE BOESKOOL IS LÖS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-9 August
location City Centre, Oldenzaal
website www.boeskoolislos.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting ‘n Boeskool is Lös -
THEATERFESTIVAL BOULEVARD
Thursday 6 to Sunday 16 August 2026, Theaterfestival Boulevard presents theatre, dance, music (theatre), and art forms that do not seem to fit in a box. Remarkable and current work from within and outside Europe, for a large and curious audience. For the first-timer and the enthusiast, for the art professional, and for the family going for a day out. For every taste. For every income. At the lively heart of the festival, on the stages, or at unique locations in and around ‘s-Hertogenbosch.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-16 August
location de Parade, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.festivalboulevard.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Theaterfestival Boulevard email info@festivalboulevard.nl
GRACHTENFESTIVAL
Classic, Jazz, World edition 29
The Grachtenfestival is the biggest music festival in the Netherlands that focuses entirely on the presentation and development of young talent up to the age of 35 in classical music and jazz. Ten days of concerts at the most beautiful venues throughout Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-16 August
location Several venues, Amsterdam website www.grachtenfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 150 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Stichting Grachtenfestival email info@grachtenfestival.nl
BLIJDORP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 August
location Roel Langerakpark, Rotterdam website www.blijdorpfestival.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Stager
organisation CONTRA email info@blijdorpfestival.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL ZWOLLE
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 1
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-8 August
location Spoorzone, Zwolle website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
Meivogel
ZANDSTOCK FESTIVAL
Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, World
During three-day festival Zandstock, the village of ‘t Zand is all about music! Zandstock means a relaxed ambience, great music and affordable drinks and offers up to two stages with music varying from dance to pop, rock and alternative. Need to relax after an intense performance of your favourite band? Take a seat at the festival’s central area and enjoy all kinds of snacks, or just hang back and chill.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Zandstock Terrein, T Zand Nh website www.zandstock.nl
FACTS
acts 38 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Stichting Zandstock email rick.bellis@zandstock.nl
booker Jitse Dekker
booker email jitse@zandstock.nl
BURGHSE DAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 August
location Centrum, Burgh Haamstede website www.burghsedag.nl
organisation Stichting Burghse Dag
IN HET ZAND
Dance, House
A vibrant mix of national and international heroes bringing the best of house and disco at the lovely location of SOIA, Utrecht. Two stages filled with energy, rhythm, and unforgettable sets.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 August
website www.soia.nl/agenda/in-het-zand-festival-2025
FACTS
capacity 2,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
LOVELAND FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Loveland Festival takes over Sloterpark for another unforgettable weekend in 2026! Loveland is about more than music: it connects people through rhythm, energy, and love. Come dance, share, and feel the unity that makes Loveland truly special.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 August
location Sloterpark, Amsterdam website www.loveland.nl/festival
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Loveland Festival BV email info@loveland.nl
UITFEEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-13 August
location Utrecht
website www.utrechtseintroductietijd.nl
organisation Culturele Zondagen email info@culturelezondagen.nl
SHANGRI-LA FESTIVAL 2026
Hardcore edition 4
Shangri-La Festival is an outdoor event with three stages. The main stage features early hardcore, the second stage focuses on early Frenchcore, and the third stage is dedicated to early terror.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 August
location Zegerplas, Alphen a/d Rijn website www.shangrilafestival.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Team Gabber Events email info@teamgabber.nl
booker Daan de Bruijn
booker email daan@teamgabber.nl
DIERENKADE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-15 August
location Veerstoep website www.dierenskadefestival.nl
organisation Stichting Zomerfeest aan de IJssel email info@dierenskadefestival.nl
SMASHED POTATOES
FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardcore, Hardstyle
HORIZONTOER
Comedy, Folk, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter ed. 34
Horizontoer is a sailing music and theatre festival, With a float of authentic sail ships full of musical and theatrical talents we set sail from Harlingen and engulf Terschelling and Ameland. For 6 full days the Wadden islands are a stage for the established and upcoming musical and theatre talents that sail with the Horizontoer. As a festival guest you are part of this tour.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-14 August
Forever Young! The freestyle and classics machine has been turned on in the south of the Netherlands. In the middle of Limburg we are going to write history and fans of the harder styles of music and classics will be served.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 August
location Billybird Park, Drakenrijk, Reuver website www.smashedpotatoes.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Festival Xperience email info@festivalxperience.com
booker Patrick Laheije
booker email patrick@festivalxperience.com
location Harlingen, Terschelling en Ameland website www.horizontoer.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Horizontoer email info@horizontoer.nl
PARCKPOP ILPENDAM
Blues, Classic, Folk, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig edition 35
Parckpop Ilpendam is a festival for regional bands, running from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 August
location van Oorschotplantsoen, Ilpendam website www.parckpop.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 500 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Hans Dekker email info@wapenvanilpendam.nl
WILNIS FESTIVAL
edition 41
Four days feast for young and old with various activities . During these days sports activities are organized, there is a fair while enjoying a bite, a drink and live music. On the festival ground in ‘Het Speelwoud’ there is a funfair, a party tent and a brown café for four days. In addition, there is a large terrace where food is also available. During the day you can visit the terrain free of charge, in the evening an entrance fee is levied. (This does not apply to the funfair).
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-15 August
location Speelwoud, Wilnis website www.wilnisfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 1,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 18.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Wilnis Festival email feest@wilnisfestival.nl
GRACELAND FESTIVAL
Reggae, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Worship, World edition 12
Graceland Festival is a place where we meet each other and are travelling the road of life with ourselves, our neighbour, the world and, if you want to, with God. It’s a place where we love and reflect on ourselves and the world. We enjoy good art, music and are being renewed in our thinking.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-16 August
location Scoutinglandgoed, Zeewolde website www.gracelandfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 4,000 type Outdoor
price 45.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Graceland Festival email info@gracelandfestival.nl
booker Willem, Marjon, Chris en Elsa booker email info@gracelandfestival.nl
Peter
Bakker
McKlin
ZOMERPARKFEEST
edition 48
Zomerparkfeest is a free four-day cultural festival in Venlo’s Julianapark. Each year it brings together music, art, film, theatre, literature and science in an open, inclusive atmosphere. With over 100 performances, the festival celebrates creativity, community and culture. It’s a place where talent grows, cultures meet and Venlo comes together: proving that great culture doesn’t need a price tag.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-16 August
location Julianapark, Venlo
website www.zomerparkfeest.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 110,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Zomerparkfeest Venlo
email info@zomerparkfeest.nl
booker Bob Canters
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DYNAMO METALFEST
Metal, Rock edition 11
Known for its raw energy, diverse lineups, and no-nonsense atmosphere, Dynamo Metalfest brings together both legendary acts and the most promising new bands from across the metal spectrum. Taking place at the IJssportcentrum Eindhoven, the festival offers a compact, two-stage setup that guarantees fans won’t miss a single riff. Whether you’re into thrash, death, metalcore, or something more melodic, Dynamo Metalfest delivers a selection of bands that reflect the global metal scene of today.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 August
location IJssportcentrum, Eindhoven website www.dynamometalfest.nl
FACTS
acts 33 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
price 89.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Loud Noise email casper@loudnoise.nl
booker Tjerk Maas
booker email t.maas@loudnoise.nl
Rico
Vogels
FESTIVAL ZEELTJE ROCK
Metal, Rock edition 33
Rock Festival in Deest (between Tiel and Nijmegen): 21 bands spread over three days, in a beautiful and cozy location.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 August
location Festival Terrein Zeeltje, Deest website www.zeeltjerock.nl
FACTS
acts 21 capacity 4,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation stichting Rock On email info@festivalzeeltje.nl
NIRWANA TUINFEEST
Pop, Rock edition 50
Nirwana Tuinfeest is an intimate alternative rock and pop festival set beneath the trees in Lierop, near Eindhoven. Entirely organised by volunteers, it’s known for its welcoming atmosphere and authentic charm. Despite its modest size, Nirwana Tuinfeest attracts major national and international acts, offering a unique blend of small-scale character and top-quality performances.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 August
location Festivalterrein Nirwana, Lierop website www.nirwanatuinfeest.nl
FACTS
acts 32 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price 52.50 EUR avg. day ticketer Ticketcrew
organisation Stichting Evenementen Nirwana
email info@nirwanatuinfeest.nl
booker Mark van Horik
booker email programmering@nirwanatuinfeest.nl
COMPLEXITY FEST
Experimental, Metal edition 10
Complexity Fest is Patronaat’s one-day celebration of adventurous heavy music in Haarlem, mathcore, prog, post-metal, noise and experimental twists across multiple stages, razor-sharp changeovers, and a fiercely devoted crowd.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 August
location Patronaat, Haarlem website www.patronaat.nl
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 950 type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Patronaat email info@patronaat.nl
booker Thom Lich
booker email thom@patronaat.nl
POLDERPOP
Blues, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 36
Smalltown festival where you can discover music-acts before they play on the mayor stages and festivals. Look, listen and discover.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-16 August
location Lieskes Wengs, Leuth website www.polderpop.com
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 800 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation PolderPop / Stichting Kakatoe Leuth email info@polderpop.com
booker Pieter Derks
booker email info@polderpop.com
Rodhnny
Acosta
PYRO
(foto: PolderPop)
GROTE BEEK POP
Blues, Comedy, Country, Pop, Rock
Grote Beek Pop is a free, alcohol-free festival at the De Grote Beek estate.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16 August
location landgoed de Grote Beek, Eindhoven website www.grotebeekpop.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation GGzE email clement.giesen@ggze.nl
booker Clement Giesen
booker email Clement.giesen@ggze.nl
LATINVILLAGE FESTIVAL
Hiphop, House, Latin, Urban
LatinVillage Festival is back in 2026! Get ready for a day filled with vibes that we know you will love. With music varying from house all the way to reggaeton, you are guaranteed to find a stage to your liking. 1 day, the best music, the best people, and the best vibes. Come to LatinVillage and experience the much-spoken-about festival for yourself this year!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16 August
location Spaarnwoude Park, Velsen Zuid website www.latinvillage.nl
FACTS
acts 55 capacity 25,000 type Outdoor price 69.95 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation A Venue email info@a-venue.nl
JAZZ FESTIVAL DELFT
Jazz, Latin
The foundation Delft Jazz is a strong believer in the uniting force of music, and wants to promote Jazz Music in Delft and its surroundings. The Jazz Festival aims to program a wide variety of Jazz music in all its varieties. Next to mainstream Jazz there’s room for “new” sounds, and influences from other music styles, cultures and artforms.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-23 August
location City centre, Delft website www.jazzfestivaldelft.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 40,000 type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Delfts Jazz email info@jazzfestivaldelft.nl
GULPENER BIERFEESTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-23 August
location City centre, Gulpen website www.gulpenerbierfeesten.nl organisation Stichting Gulpener Bierfeesten
NOORDERZON
Noorderzon Festival of Performing Arts & Society is the somewhat curious combination of a cutting-edge international art festival and a large-scale summer fest for 135,000 visitors. The heart of the festival is the idyllic Noorderplantsoen (a city park) where, for eleven summer days, a freely accessible festival village appears almost out of nowhere to provide a setting for theatre, dance, music, literature and visual art in combination with eating, drinking and social encounters.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-30 August
location Noorderplantsoen, Groningen website www.noorderzon.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation Stichting Noorderzon Groningen email info@noorderzon.nl
Niels
Knelis Meijer
BADLANDS FESTIVAL
Country, Rock, Roots, World
Inspired by 60s and 70s countercultures, BADLANDS is where subcultures and free spirits meet. It’s three days out of the system and all about the love of music, vintage freedom machines, BMX and skate. But also food culture, alternative live music, tattoos and more. It’s for those who embrace the unconventional and keep it alive. It’s for those who don’t take themselves too seriously. It’s for the love of one another, and most importantly: for the love of one heck of a party.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-23 August
location The Grounds, Lottum website www.badlandsfest.nl
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Badlands Festival email badlandsfest@gmail.com
booker Victor Verstraelen booker email badlandsfest@gmail.com
GLEMMER BEACH FESTIVAL
Beach Festival Glemmer is considered the chillest in the region. 5 areas and although the festival is best known for pop music, there is also room for theater acts with a crazy twist, a silent disco and a dance area. After last years 10th anniversary more than 300 acts have been on the billing already, among others: UB40, Kensington, Level 42, Kraantje Pappie, Snelle, Marco Borsato, BLØF, etc.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-22 August
location Beach, Lemmer website www.glemmerbeach.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation 1 Joy Events & More email productie@glemmerbeach.nl
STIFTFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-29 August
website www.stiftmusicfestival.nl
email info@stiftmusicfestival.nl
Kim Balster
TAPT FESTIVAL LEEUWARDEN
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 1
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-22 August
location Oldehoofsterkerkhof, Leeuwarden website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl -
WILD ROOSTER
Country, Rock, Roots
Raise a little hell! Wild Rooster festival is an annual free festival in The Hague city centre. On August 21st and 22nd, 2026, life on the Grote Markt will revolve around good food, beer, and music with the mud still attached. At Wild Rooster, you’ll only find good roots, rockabilly, bluegrass, uptempo blues, and rock ‘n’ roll from the time when rock ‘n’ roll was still rock ‘n’ roll.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-22 August
location Grote Markt, Den Haag website www.wildroosterfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 25 type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Popdistrict Den Haag email info@popdistrict.nl
booker Marco Bijsterbosch booker email marco@popdistrict.nl
HUNTENPOP FESTIVAL
Blues, Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock edition 35
Huntenpop is a festival with various stages: tents and open air stage, situated in the country side. Presenting a wide style of music through international and national artists, as well as a focus on local talents.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-22 August
location DRU Park, Ulft website www.huntenpop.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventgoose
organisation Huntenpop email info@huntenpop.nl
LOWLANDS FESTIVAL
A Campingflight To Lowlands Paradise is exactly what it promises to be: a true backpacker’s Garden Of Eden and Holland’s most adventurous cultural outdoorevent, offering a cutting edge choice of only the best in alternative music, film, stand-up comedy, visual arts, literature and street theatre. The Lowlands festival hosts twelve stages, about 250 different acts and performances and dozens of restaurants from all corners of the earth.
Bart Heemskerk
LOWLANDS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-23 August
location Evenemententerrein Walibi Holland, Biddinghuizen website www.lowlands.nl
FACTS
capacity 65,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Mojo Concerts email info@lowlands.nl
CULEMBORG BLUES
Blues edition 31
Culemborg Blues takes place in the historic city center of Culemborg. About 25 performances by (inter)national blues acts will take place on 6 stages, both indoors and outdoors. All kinds of Blues styles are offered and there is always room for new talent. It’s a free festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 August
location Markt, Varkensmarkt, Tollenstraat, Everwijnstraat, Culemborg website www.culemborgblues.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 12,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Culemborg Blues email secretariaat@culemborgblues.nl
booker Walter Wilhelm
booker email Bands@CulemborgBlues.nl
VLEGELDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 August
location Bennekom
website www.vlegeldag.nl
organisation Stichting Vlegeldag Bennekom
Gildefeesten Soest
GILDEFEESTEN SOEST
Event with medieval roots and a canopy of cultural, physical and music activities.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-31 August
location Blaak, Soest
website www.gildefeesten.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Gildefeesten Soest email secretariaat@gildefeesten.nl
DE HOLLANDSE ZOMER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 August
location Goffertpark, Nijmegen website www.dehollandsezomer.nl/info
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation De Hollandse Zomer email info@dehollandsezomer.nl
PAPERCLIP FESTIVAL
edition 16
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 August
location E3 Strand, Eersel website www.paperclipfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Paperclip email info@paperclipfestival.nl
INTO THE GREAT WIDE OPEN
edition 16
Into The Great Wide Open is a festival on Vlieland. Music is key, but it is mainly the context that makes the festival unique. In the middle of nature on perhaps the most beautiful Wadden Island in the Netherlands. Surprising side programming, visual arts, film, challenging children’s activities and enough peace and space to enjoy it to the fullest.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-30 August
location Vlieland website www.intothegreatwideopen.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Stichting Into The Great Wide Open email info@intothegreatwideopen.nl
WAAILAND OUTDOOR
Dance, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig edition 7
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 August
location Brieltjenspolder, Made website www.waailand.com/outdoor
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
price 37.50 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Sensation Events email info@sensation.events
booker Sensation Bookings booker email info@sensationbookings.nl
Buitendijk Fotografie
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ZOMERFEEST GORINCHEM
Dance, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock ed. 43
Zomerfeest Gorinchem is a vibrant six-day festival held in the historic fortified city of Gorinchem, welcoming everyone from the surrounding region - young and old, people with disabilities, and those from all walks of life. Through a diverse and high-quality program at the Groenmarkt, we bring people together and serve as a hub for additional community initiatives across the city.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-30 August
location Groenmarkt, Gorinchem website www.zomerfeest.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 5,250 type Outdoor
ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting Zomerfeest Gorinchem email info@zomerfeest.nl
booker Mark Pellikaan
booker email mark@zomerfeest.nl
CULINESSE
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 14
CuliNESSE is an outdoor music & culinary festival, the biggest of its kind in Rotterdam. With 40.000+ visitors, 20+ shows from the greatest Dutch artists, 15+ local restaurants that serve their best dishes and many cultural activities, visitors can enjoy three days filled with music, food and fun. In August 2026 the 14th edition of CuliNESSE will take place. The festival welcomes all ages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 August
location Kosboulevard, Rotterdam website www.culinesse.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Vivre Productions email info@culinesse.nl
booker Robert Boevé booker email Robert@culinesse.nl
INTERNATIONAAL FOLK & SEASONGFESTIVAL BIE DAIP
Folk, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 25
This year, for the 25th edition of Bie Daip, we have tried to create a varied programme for you. The top of the world comes to Appingedam from Europe and far beyond. There will be more than 30 folk groups and bands this year from Europe and other continents, and many of them have not yet been heard or seen at this festival - or even in the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-30 August
location Appingedam website www.biedaip.nl
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 50,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Bie Daip email info@biedaip.nl
booker Janneke Woldhuis
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24-UURS SOLEXRACE FESTIVAL
Folk, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock ed. 18
Four days of party and spectacle in the woods of Heeswijk-Dinther. Dakar trucks & buggys, solexes, motorcycles, cars, bands, DJs and so much more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-30 August
location Festivalterrein Stanserhorn, Heeswijk-Dinther website www.24uurssolexrace.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 16,000 type Outdoor price 30.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation st 24-uurs Solexrace
email info@24uurssolexrace.nl
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CULTURA NOVA
edition 36
Cultura Nova is an annual, ten-day international theater festival in Heerlen and the surrounding area. Since its first edition in 1991, the festival offers theatre, film, dance, music and visual arts, often in unusual locations, in collaboration with cultural and other partners.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 August-6 September
location Parkstad Limburg Theaters, Heerlen website www.culturanova.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Cultura Nova email info@culturanova.nl booker email Info@culturanova.nl -
FESTIVAL STRAND
Classic, Dance, House, Pop, Rock
The ultimate start of your weekend during FeelGoodFriday and the biggest pop/rock stars on Saturday, Festival Strand is perhaps the best place to celebrate summer. Wander along the food boulevard and taste exquisite wines at the wine terrace. Enjoy the sun and the best music. Life’s good at the beach!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-29 August
location Haarrijnse Plas, Utrecht website www.festivalstrand.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
DECIBEL OUTDOOR
Hardcore, Hardstyle, Hard techno
What started as a passion to gather the harder-stylesminded crowd at an outdoor event in 2002 has grown into a massive three-day festival in the Netherlands. Decibel Outdoor has become the loudest city on earth for those seeking the next step in their craving for the harder styles. We’re all in it to live loud.
With a 72-hour campsite and various travel and stay options, the ultimate summer festival destination awaits.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-30 August
location Beekse Bergen, Hilvarenbeek website www.decibeloutdoor.com
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 55,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Paylogic
organisation B2S email info@b2s.nl
MEERLIVE FESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop
edition 24
24th edition of the Meerlive Festival in Hoofddorp.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-30 August
location Centrum, Hoofddorp website www.meerlive.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
price 17.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Meerlive Productions BV email info@meerlive.nl
booker M. Langeveld
booker email martin.langeveld@meerlive.nl -
ONDER DE RADAR FESTIVAL
House, Techno edition 7
Old aircraft bunkers, a traffic control tower, a landing strip, the legendary radar tower and a thick bass reverberating across the terrain… The ingredients of the most insane techno festival you can ever imagine: Onder De Radar Festival. Basic Grooves couldn’t think of a better location for a techno festival. On August 28 & 29 we’re back on the abandoned military airbase for Onder De Radar Festival with camping! We’re taking flight - don’t get left behind, save the date!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-29 August
location Military Airbase Twenthe, Enschede website www.onderderadarfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 25,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Basic Grooves, Absolutely Fresh email info@basicgrooves.nl
booker Bas Amro
booker email info@basicgrooves.nl
STRAND 90’S
The best dj’s and acts from the 90’s will take you on a trip down memorylane. Relive the greatest years of your life!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-29 August
location Haarrijnse Plas, Utrecht website www.festivalstrand.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Festifairs email info@thezooevents.nl
‘UITGAST, EEN PALET VAN PARK EN KLANK’
Classic
Free festival of classical music from all periods, and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 August
location Natuurpark, Lelystad website www.uitgast.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 4,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Uitgast email stg.uitgast@outlook.com
DUIKBOOT FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Duikboot is a lakeside festival by and meant for the residents of Breda and surrounding cities. Genres of music at Duikboot range from energetic house to rousing techno, urban and disco. Apart from that, Duikboot focuses on carefully crafted decor and creative, surprising on-site activiteites. This makes Duikboot the perfect get-away for trendy festivallovers looking to catch up with old friends or meeting new ones.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 August
location Asterdplas, Breda website www.duikbootfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events / XXL Events email info@duikbootfestival.nl
DUIKBOOT LENTE FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Duikboot is a festival by and meant for the residents of Breda and surrounding cities. Genres of music at Duikboot range from energetic house to rousing techno, urban and disco. Apart from that, Duikboot focuses on carefully crafted decor and creative, surprising on-site activiteites. This makes Duikboot the perfect get-away for trendy festivallovers looking to catch up with old friends or meeting new ones.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 August
location Breepark, Breda website www.duikbootfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events / XXL Events email info@duikbootfestival.nl
HET NEST FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 August
location Goffertpark, Nijmegen website www.festivalfans.nl/event/het-nest-festival email pieter-kuijpers@hotmail.com
HIDDEN GARDEN
Techno
Hidden Garden is a deephouse, techhouse, techno and progressive festival in a wooded area. Hidden Garden is also known for it’s big afterparties every year, where you can party till 04:00 in the night.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 August
location Karpendonkse Plas, Eindhoven website www.hiddengarden.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
WOOFERLAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 August
location Houtrak Halfweg, Spaarnwoude website www.wooferland.com/nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Wooferland email info@wooferland.com
OUTDOOR STEREO FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardcore, Hardstyle, Hiphop, Pop edition 18
The dance festival of Hoorn and surrounding areas! Outdoor Stereo will take place for the 19th time in 2026. Together We Create Magic
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Julianapark, Hoorn website www.outdoorstereo.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Festivalweekend Hoorn
email info@festivalweekendhoorn.nl
booker Wesley Schipper
booker email wesley@festivalweekendhoorn.nl
ZEEZOUT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 August
location Tuinen van West, Amsterdam website www.zeezout.info
type Indoor
organisation Zeezout
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BRABANTSEDAG
Brabantsedag is the largest theatre parade of the Netherlands. At the last Sunday of August, events from the past will be relived in the streets of the village Heeze. Visit the 2.5 hour during parade and discover theatre, show, music, costumes, and wonderful floats.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location City center, Heeze website www.brabantsedag.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Brabantsedag email info@brabantsedag.nl
WERELDHAVENDAGEN
The World Port Days (Wereldhavendagen) is a large, annual maritime event in Rotterdam to familiarize visitors with the port and to create a positive attitude towards the port and its surrounding maritime city. You can get a glimpse behind the scenes of the Port and Industrial area. Activities range from ship tours, naval activities, demonstrations, seminars, excursions, exhibitions, music and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 September
location Rotterdam website www.wereldhavendagen.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Wereldhavenfestival email info@wereldhavendagen.nl
BRICKS & BITES
Nederlandstalig edition 3
Bricks & Bites features a Limburg-style buffet, a wonderful music programme, Limburg tasting platters, Limburg crsaft beers, fine wines, delicious bites from the grill, and much more. Creative children’s entertainment is available, especially for young families. Bricks & Bites is set in the heart of nature at Daniken, in a charming atmosphere framed by beautiful historic heritage.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Plinthos, Geleen
website www.mpfeesten.nl
FACTS
acts 3 capacity 800 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Marcellinus & Petrus Evenementen Geleen
email info.marcellinusenpetrus@gmail.com
HOORN ZINGT HOLLANDS
Nederlandstalig edition 6
Hoorn Zingt Hollands is one big celebration of Dutch music, culture and togetherness. A joyful day packed with Dutch stars and unforgettable hits.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Julianapark, Hoorn website www.hoornzingthollands.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Festivalweekend Hoorn email info@festivalweekendhoorn.nl
booker Wesley Schipper
booker email wesley@festivalweekendhoorn.nl
SWING OP DE BRINK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 September
location Muiderberg website www.swingopdebrink.nl
organisation Stichting Swing op de Brink
MIXTREAM
Dance, Folk, Metal, Pop, Singer-Songwriter ed. 26
Mixtream Festival is a local event for and by the residents of Heerhugowaard. It provides a platform for emerging talent as well as experienced artists, featuring a wide range of music genres. The festival takes place across no less than three stages, spread over different locations. Admission is free. Mixtream Festival 2026 promises a day full of energy, creativity, and, above all, lots of dance fun!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Rosariumpark, Heerhugowaard website www.mixtream.nl
FACTS
acts 24 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Mixtream email info@mixtream.nl
booker Sjoert Bakker
booker email programma@mixtream.nl
INTRO FESTIVAL
House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Techno, Urban
The INTRO Festival Breda is the ultimate student party to kick off the academic year. In Valkenberg City Park, you can enjoy various stages with music, including DJ acts and live artists. Food trucks, games, and meet your fellow students, associations, and fun companies and organizations. An accessible, energetic, and fun festival in the heart of Breda where new and returning students come together to kick off the year in a festive way.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 September
location Stadspark Valkenberg, Breda website www.introfestivalbreda.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor price 7.50 EUR avg. day ticketer Momice
organisation Avans Hogeschool email introfestival@avans.nl
booker Djewan Rompis
booker email dr.rompis@avans.nl
BREDA BARST
Dance, Hiphop, House, Pop, Rock edition 29
Breda Barst is an annual festival in the historic central Park of Breda, and freely accessible for everyone. Underneat the ancient trees of the beautiful Park Valkenberg you can enjoy two days of pop, rock, metal, punk, electro, hip hop and dance. Breda Barst offers you a mix of established artists and upcoming talent. Off course there is also theater, nice food, a festival market and the famous ‘Mini Barst’ with fun activities for our youngest visitors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 September
location Valkenberg Park, Breda website www.bredabarst.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Breda Barst email info@bredabarst.nl
booker Jurgen Blommaert
booker email boekingen@bredabarst.nl
FOUTE ZOMERFEEST
Classic, House, Nederlandstalig edition 18
It’s already the 18th edition of the Foutezomerfeest, with Guilty Classics and Bruine Kroeg on Friday! On Saturday, the best Dutch-language artists and house classics.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 September
location Evenemententerrein het Podim, IJsselstein website www.foutezomerfeest.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation MiddenHolland Evenementen B.V. email info@mhevents.nl
booker Rik Berkulo booker email info@mhevents.nl
REMUNJSE DWEIJELAOVOND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 September
website www.cityroermond.nl
organisation Citymanagement Roermond
TAPT FESTIVAL DEN HAAG
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 5
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party! Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 September
location Malieveld, Den Haag website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
UNDER THE MILKY WAY
Blues, Dance, House, Nederlandstalig, Rock ed. 13
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 September
location Surfclub Huissen, Huissen website www.underthemilkyway.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price 17.50 EUR avg. day ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Stichting Under the Milky Way email info@underthemilkyway.nl
ZERO FOR THREE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 September
location Maastricht website www.zeroforthree.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Muziekgieterij email info@zeroforthree.nl
LIVE ON THE BEACH
date 3-6 September
location Scheveningen Strand, Den Haag website www.liveonthebeach.nl
acts 16 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Live Department email info@liveonthebeach.nl
booker Arwin Touw booker email arwin@liveonthebeach.nl
ZOMERPOP FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Zomerpop is a 2-day music festival in Noord-Holland with a wide variety of (inter) national pop, rock, alternative, dance, hiphop, punkrock, techno, comedian acts on five different stages. The festival is held in the first weekend of September since 1990.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 September
location Recreatieterrein de Weijver, Hoogwoud website www.zomerpop.nl
FACTS
acts 52 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Zomerpop Opmeer email info@zomerpop.nl
booker Wouter Maas booker email wouter@zomerpop.nl
BROEKROCK
Country, Folk, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter ed. 28
Broekrock is the one and only festival in the village Broekland. And like all events in Broekland it is for FREE!! Broekrock takes place on the farm of Hein & Diny! Their pig farm was turned into the famous Hein & Diny Music Hall. Besides the many bands and DJ’s there are many other crazy things to do and see. There are workshops and pieces of art in the field. For the daredevils that want to stay over can pitch a tent in the fields and dress up like a cow, but be aware of the big bull.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 September
location Reuveldsweg 6, Broekland website www.broekrock.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 500 type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Broekrock email Info@broekrock.nl
booker Roland & Menno booker email Programmeur@broekrock.nl
BUNKERPOP
Experimental, Hardcore, Metal, Pop, Rock edition 43
Bunkerpop is an alternative underground festival in Landgraaf, Zuid-Limburg, the Netherlands. With different music genres, it hosts many local and international bands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 September
location Oefenbunker, Landgraaf website www.oefenbunker.com
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Stager
organisation Stg. Oefenbunker Live email info@oefenbunker.com
booker Oefenbunker
booker email info@oefenbunker.com
FESTIVAL DE OVERSTEEK
Literature
Arts festival De Oversteek presents dance, theater, music and visual arts at characteristic and evocative (green) locations along the Waal in Nijmegen North.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 September
location Nijmegen Noord / Lent / Bemmel website www.festivaldeoversteek.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 1,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Stichting Festival De Oversteek email Bbroeder@hetnet.nl
booker Xavier Teerling booker email Programma@festivaldeoversteek.nl
HULLABALOO
The festival of the North in the Stadspark in Groningen! Discover a world where complete chaos (Hullabaloo) turns into the love of music. Where all your senses are stimulated and a musical journey will enrapture you.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 September
location Stadspark, Groningen website www.hullabaloofestival.nl/nl
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
EFFE NOAR GEFFE
Long ago, in 1976, something special happened in a small village, in between a national highway and a railway line. So special that it was still talked about years and years later. A wooden mill was rebuilt in that village. The whole village came out to celebrate the construction of this mill. No fewer than three days were set aside for that celebration. Effe noar Geffe was born…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 September
location Centrum, Geffen website www.effenoargeffe.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Secretariaat Effe noar Geffe
LIEF <3
Hard techno, House, Techno edition 19
LIEF features a line-up of (hard)techno, (tech)house, melodic, disco & funk. Enter tech paradise for your ultimate summer closing and dance like nobody’s watching.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 September
location Recreatieplas Strijkviertel, Utrecht website www.lieffestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 12,500 type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
FESTIVAL JAZZ EN DE WALVIS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 September
website www.jazzendewalvis.nl
organisation Stichting Festival Jazz en de Walvis email info@jazzendewalvis.nl
URBAN MATTERZ
Hiphop
Urban Matterz is the old-school hip-hop festival in the Netherlands, featuring several exclusive shows by pioneers from the early hip-hop days. Urban Matterz also offers a festival with free entrance, including graffiti, dance, urban art, a market, and urban sports. Battles, showcases, and championships are part of the programme. Kids can experience and participate. Peace, unity, love, and having fun!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 September
location Effenaar, Eindhoven website www.urbanmatterz.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 1,300 type Indoor
organisation Stichting URBANMATTERZ email info@urbanmatterz.nl
booker Hans van den Bekmortel booker email Hans@urbanmatterz.nl
ZINO CLASSIXS OUTDOOR
Dance, House, Trance
Attention Classixs Family! On Saturday, September 5, 2026, we will be back with the most enjoyable party of the year! DJ Francois and his Zino team will once again provide a day filled with exceptional Classixs records and will make Landsard Beach shake on its foundations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 September
location Landsard Beach, Eindhoven website www.zinoclassixsoutdoor.nl
FACTS
capacity 7,000 type Outdoor
price 49.50 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
booker Minority Events booker email info@minorityevents.nl
GAUDEAMUS FESTIVAL
Classic, Experimental
Gaudeamus presents, stimulates and supports radical sounds by innovative artists. For 80 years, Gaudeamus has introduced curious music lovers to the (composed) music of tomorrow: unheard of combinations of genres, fresh perspectives on concert practices and radical new inventions in the field of sound and stage art, without borders or limitations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-13 September
location Several venues, Utrecht website www.gaudeamus.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 1,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Voordemensen
organisation Stichting Gaudeamus Muziekweek
email info@gaudeamus.nl
MUSIC ON FESTIVAL | WEEKEND
House, Techno
Music On Festival returns to Amsterdam in 2026!
Two days dedicated to pure house and techno, where fans from across the globe unite for the love of music. At Havenpark, the beats, the crowd, and the setting create an atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 September
location Amsterdam website www.musiconfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Music On Festival / Loveland Events
email info@musiconfestival.com
MISTY FIELDS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 September
location De Groote Peel, Heusden website www.mistyfields.com
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Misty Fields
Boogaard
APPELPOP
House, Metal, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 33
Appelpop is the largest, free (no ticket sales) and one of the most popular music festivals in the Netherlands . Every year the line-up consists of a variety of national headliners, popular acts and upcoming club acts. Different stages and area’s offer their own atmosphere. Recent editions of the two day festival were visited by over 100.000 people. Visitors and artists appreciate the unique atmosphere and the location of the festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 September
location Waalkade, Tiel
website www.appelpop.nl
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Muziekstad Tiel
email info@appelpop.nl
BIGFEST
World edition 9
Bigfest is an accessible one-day festival for young and old. The Friday afternoon edition is dedicated to people with disabilities. The Saturday evening edition is the regular edition.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 September
location Oostweg football field, Biggekerke website www.bigfest.nl
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 950 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting bigfest
email Info@bigfest.nl
DE BOS DWEILDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 September
location Center, Zutphen website www.dweildagzutphen.nl
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting ´t Spul(t) email secretariaat@dweildagzutphen.nl
edition 23
OPPERDEPOP FESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop
edition 6
Opperdepop Festival is an outdoor food and music festival. Enjoy two days of live pop music, food and drinks from local restaurants and fun activities in the Annie M.G. Schmidtpark in Bergschenhoek. The perfect way to celebrate the end of the festival season. Opperdepop Festival is accesible for ages 18+ on Friday and for all ages on Saturday, including a special area with kids activities. Children must be supervised by adults.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 September
location Annie M.G. Schmidtpark, Bergschenhoek website www.opperdepopfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 18,000 type Outdoor price 35.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Opperdepop B.V. email info@opperdepopfestival.nl
booker Robert Boevé booker email robert@vivreproductions.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL ORDRECHT
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae
edition 1
TAPT Festival is all about one big celebration full of dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Alongside an awesome selection of beers, you’ll also find delicious wines, cocktails, great food, and fun games. Chill out on the grass, sing along with the karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet your new best friends… it’s one big party!
Combined with its cozy setup, TAPT Festival has a super friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In short: the Social Drinking Festival of the Netherlands. That’s TAPT Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 September
location Weizigtpark, Dordrecht website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer Weeztix
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
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VEERSE DAG
Classic, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 42
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 September
location Heereplein Raamsdonksveer website www.veersedag.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Evenementen Raamsdonksveer (SER) email info@veersedag.nl
booker Muziekcomissie booker email muziek@veersedag.nl
ROCK AND ROLL STREET
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 September
location Midsland, Terschelling website www.rockandroll-terschelling.nl
organisation S.A.M. - Stg Actief Midsland email info@rockandroll-terschelling.nl
KAAIPOP BRESKENS
Blues, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 6
Kaaipo Breskens is an indoor music festival with a wide variety of styles - from blues and rock to Dutch singer-songwriters and party bands. It’s where younger and older people meet to dance and cheers with a couple of drinks, have a laugh, and make memories for a lifetime.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 September
location Luteyn Hydraulics Deltehoek 13 Breskens, Breskens website www.kaaipop.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 1,000 type Indoor ticketer novotix
organisation Stichting Kaaipop email info@kaaipop.nl
booker George de Rijcke booker email bands@kaaipop.nl
POPMONUMENT BERGEN OP ZOOM
Blues, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 12
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 September
location Several venues, Bergen op Zoom website www.popmonument.nl
FACTS
capacity 800 type Indoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting PopMonument email info@popmonument.nl
LELYSTART
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 September
location Lelystad website www.lelystart.nl
organisation Stichting Evenementen Coördinatie Lelystad
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POPRONDE
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, World ed.32
Popronde is the biggest travelling festival of the Netherlands. Starting in september, running until the end of november a selection of the most talented, upcoming Dutch acts tour from town to town to gain fanbase, experience and to show themselves to the music professionals. Blues and techno, hiphop and metal, punk, americana and everything in between, Popronde caters a diverse selection of talented musicians, selected out of over 1400 admissions, by a committee of professionals.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 September-28 November
location Several venues, Landelijk website www.popronde.nl
FACTS
acts 1700 capacity 155,000 type Indoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Popwaarts email info@popronde.nl
Jessie
Kamp
SMEERBOEL FESTIVAL
House, Techno, Urban
Smeerboel is known for its frivolous character and unique, over-the-top on-site activities. At Smeerboel, visitors are up for a full day of experiences. It’s safe to say wandering around the Smeerboel site almost feels like attending a parade, but all the while enjoying shows by some of the best (inter)national techno, house, guilty pleasure and disco artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 September
location Utrecht
website www.smeerboel.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events
email info@elevation-events.com
SUNGLOW FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle edition 11
Get ready for a new, explosive edition of Sunglow Festival. With three revamped areas and a line-up you can’t afford to miss, this edition promises to go beyond all expectations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 September
location Recreatieoord Binnenmaas, Mijnsheerenland website www.sunglow-festival.nl
FACTS
capacity 8,000 type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
TAPTOE ALPHEN A/D RIJN
World edition 35
On 12 September 2026, we will organise the 35th edition of Taptoe Alphen aan den Rijn. Ahead of the show, the participating bands will march through the city centre. Local and national top bands will showcase their musical skills.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 September
location Lauraplein, Alphen a/d Rijn
website www.taptoealphen.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 1,500 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Taptoe Alphen a/d Rijn
email Info@taptoealphen.nl
booker M van de Streek
booker email rinus@vandestreek.net
IJSSELJAZZ
Blues, Dance, Jazz, Rock edition 18
IJsseljazz is an annual freely accessible musicfestival in a small village in Gorssel. It is held on the second sunday of september. There are three stages, a main stage, a blues stage and a talent stage. Apart from the music there is also a possibility to eat at our food square where there are different types of food trucks.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September
location Gorssel website www.ijsseljazz.nl
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting IJsseljazz
email info@ijsseljazz.nl
TOWER FESTIVAL
Rock edition 16
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September
location Kerkplein, Son & Breugel website www.towerfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
admission Free organisation Stichting Sixties-Seventies Son email info@towerfestival.nl
JAZZ BY THE SEA
Jazz
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 September
location Domburg website www.jazzbythesea.nl
FACTS
MUZE VAN ZUID
Classic, Jazz, World edition 9
From 16 to 20 September, Muze van Zuid transforms Amsterdam Zuid’s streets, squares, parks, and private homes into a vibrant stage for top musicians. Stroll along elegant streets while our storytellers share hidden histories about Amsterdam’s most musical district. Enjoy classical music, jazz, and world music in unique houses and monuments you would otherwise never get the chance to visit.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-20 September
location Amsterdam Zuid, Amsterdam website www.muzevanzuid.nl
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 20.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting Muze van Zuid email info@muzevanzuid.nl
acts 50 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Jazz by the Sea
email bestuur@jazzbythesea.nl
booker Hans van Kervinck
booker email Info@jazzbythesea.nl
Foppe
Schut
BERGS BLUESFESTIVAL
Blues, Roots edition 17
Highlights previous editions: Bas Paardekooper, Innes Sibun, Seatsniffers, King Mo, Michael Dotson, Flavium, Ruben Hoeke, Ian Siegal, Sugarboy & The Sinners, Carvin Jones, Jeff Jensen, Wille &The Bandits, Big Monti Amudson, Bluesbones, Harlem Lake, Meena Cryle & Chris Fillmore Band, The Strikes, Ralph De Jongh, Aynsly Lister, Krissy Matthews, Gumbo Kings, Kai Strauss Band, Little Steve & The Big Beat, Luther’s en Bluesshack.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 September
location Gebouw-T, Bergen op Zoom website www.liveatzoom.nl
FACTS
capacity 600 type Indoor
organisation St.Liveatzoom email info@liveatzoom.nl
booker jan booker email jan@liveatzoom.nl
GRAZENDE ZWAAN
edition 10
Grazende Zwaan is an adventurous theater festival in the Haarlemmermeer for young and old, with theater and more in the polder. With outdoor theater for children and adults, circus, musical, workshops (building huts, clay making, singing, etc.), and nice terraces on a beautiful estate!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 September
location Landgoed Kleine Vennep, Nieuw-Vennep website www.grazendezwaan.nl
FACTS
acts 24 capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Karavaan email info@karavaan.nl
SEPTEMBERPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 September
location Evenementen terrein, Stedspolle, Workum website www.septemberpop.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Septemberpop email info@septemberpop.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL AMSTERDAM WEST
Classic, Dance, Jazz, Pop edition 11
TAPT Festival – The Social Festival of the Netherlands! Or in Dutch: Hét Borrelfestival van Nederland. Expect a big celebration with dancing, laughter, and good vibes. Enjoy great beers, tasty wines, cocktails, delicious food, and fun games. Chill on the grass, sing along at the Karaoke, join a Disco Bingo, and meet new friends. With its cozy vibe, TAPT is the ultimate feel-good festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 September
location Rembrandtpark, Amsterdam website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
ILFU
Classic, Literature, Nederlandstalig, Pop, World ed 43
ILFU is the biggest literature festival in the low countries. The festival originated in 1980 when the first edition of the ‘Nacht van de Poëzie’ (Dutch Poetry Night) was organized in Utrecht’s 2000-seats concerthall TivoliVredenburg. Over the decades, the festival grew into a big celebration of literature, covering many genres, from poetry to young adult, from non fiction to spoken word, from quality films to high standard singer-songwriters and from literary theatre to narrative visual art.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19 September-3 October
location Various venues, Utrecht website www.ilfu.com
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 25,000 type Indoor ticketer Eventim Benelux organisation ILFU email info@ilfu.com
booker Michaël Stoker booker email Stoker@ilfu.com
TUNA FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 September
location City centre website www.tunafestival.nl
FACTS
admission Free
organisation Stichting Certamen de Tunas email info@tunafestival.nl
KINGDOM OF ELFIA
Classic, Folk, Gothic, World
BOCKESPRONGEN
Europe’s largest outdoor costume event, in a mixture of cosplay, music, fantasy and re-enactment, with literally space for dozens of subcultures.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 September
location Kasteeltuinen Arcen, Arcen website www.kingdomofelfia.com
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price 40.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider organisation Stelf BV email elfoffice@elfia.com
booker email entertainment@elfia.com
NACH
VAN ‘T LIMBURGSE LEED
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19 September
location Venlo
website www.limburgsleed.nl
organisation Stichting Nach van ‘t Limburgse Leed email info@limburgsleed.nl
Experimental, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Free music and street theatre festival in the center of Boxtel.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 September
location Centrum, Boxtel website www.bockesprongen.nl
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 1,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Bockespruik email info@bockepruik.nl
booker Stg. bockepruik booker email info@bockepruik.nl
POPRONDE DEN BOSCH
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 September
location ‘s-hertogenbosch website www.popwaarts.nl
organisation Stichting Popwaarts
INTO THE VOID
With its focus on atmosphere, riffs, and raw sonic power, Into The Void draws a devoted crowd of fans who crave the slower, darker, and heavier side of the metal spectrum. Set in an indoor venue which is intimate yet intense, the festival offers a line-up that balances cult legends with underground innovators. From crushing doom and psychedelic sludge to experimental post-metal, Into The Void is a celebration of heaviness in all its uncompromising forms.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 September
location Neushoorn, Leeuwarden
website www.intothevoid.nl
FACTS
acts 13 capacity 1,000 type Indoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Loud Noise
email casper@loudnoise.nl
booker Paul van Berlo
booker email p.vanberlo@loudnoise.nl
SUPREMACY
Hardstyle
The essence is all in the name. Supremacy is the blueprint for RAW hardstyle and outshines any competition since its birth. Only the most supreme artistic souls step onto the superior stage. The unbeatable light, LED, laser and sound shows are worshipped by fans world wide.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 September
location Brabanthallen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.supremacy.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Indoor
organisation Art of Dance email info@artofdance.nl
BUMA NL
Nederlandstalig
Buma NL is the conference and the awardsshow for Dutch music. An annual event that is characterized by interactive panels, discussions, master classes, and showcases. It is the professional center for everyone who works for and with the Dutch repertoire.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 September
location 013, Tilburg website www.buma.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Buma Cultuur
email info@buma.nl
AFROVIBES
Dance, Urban, World edition 23
Afrovibes shows contemporary performing artists and their work from the African continent and connects them with Dutch artists in a cultural exchange program. The festival presents topical innovative theater, dance and visual art from cultural hotspots in Africa in Amsterdam, Rotterdam & Utrecht in The Netherlands. Afrovibes presents the artistic renewal that artists in Africa deliver in their work. The insights they reveal, the questions they ask and their interaction with the public.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-10 October
location Frascati Theater Amsterdam, Maaspodium Rotterdam, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht, Amsterdam website www.afrovibes.nl
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 7,500 type Indoor
organisation Stichting Afrovibes email info@afrovibes.nl
@Mariano Silva, Kinani Festival
FESTYLAND
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Urbanedition 18
FestyLand - The Festival Garden of the South. With the theme ‘LIVE’ on Friday and ‘FIËSTA’ on Saturday, there is an obvious difference between both days. FestyLand - LIVE will be filled with live music, pop, tributes and other happy sounds and during FestyLand - FIËSTA pop, dance, 90’s, R&B and party music will take center stage. FestyLand is good in delivering intimate, cosy, amazing
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-3 October
location BillyBird Park Hemelrijk, Volkel website www.festyland.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@festyland.nl
PROGPOWER EUROPE
Metal, Rock edition 26
The 26th edition of the unique progressive rock and metal festival, where unknown bands from home and abroad get the opportunity to present themselves to a larger audience. Who remembers the performances of Riverside, Threshold, Shadow Gallery, Sons Of Apollo, Devin Townsend, Symphony X, Leprous, Opeth and Haken? Just to name a few.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-4 October
location Sjiwa Baarlo, Baarlo Lb website www.progpowereurope.com
FACTS
acts 14 capacity 650 type Indoor price 45.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting ProgPower email info@progpower.eu
booker Stichting ProgPower booker email info@progpower.eu
COME AS YOU ARE
Three decades of guitar music are the focus of Come
As You Are; from the grunge of the early nineties and danceable Britpop to the energetic punk and nowadays powerpop. The festival provides a stage to bands that played a big role in this guitar wave, but also supports the new heroes who are inspired by 30 years of guitar.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 October
location Effenaar, Eindhoven website www.effenaar.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Effenaar
email info@effenaar.nl
TEXEL
BLUES
Blues
edition 37
Texelblues is a three day festival in Den Burg (Texel) full of live blues music. Every October, over 40 acts perform in cafés and venues throughout the village. The intimate vibe, mix of blues styles, and both Dutch and international artists make it a unique musical weekend with true island charm.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-11 October
location Centrum, Den Burg
website www.texelblues.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 2,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Organisatie Muziekevenementen Den Burg
GEHEIME LIEFDE PRESENTS: HRFST
Dance, House, Techno edition 12
An autumn festival presented by Geheime Liefde, hosted at the beautiful, historic Fort bij Vechten. Known for its deep bass sounds and techno rhythms. This unique festival invites visitors to explore new music and discover emerging artists in an immersive natural setting. HRFST festival will be a perfect day to start the fall season off with!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 October
location Fort Vechten, Utrecht website www.hrfst.nl
FACTS
capacity 4,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events
email info@thezooevents.nl
HEERLIJK HEMELRIJK FESTIVAL
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 12
An all ages event which gives our visitors a unique chance to enjoy a festival with their complete family. Bringing a diverse program of live music, dj’s and entertainment on a suitable noise level for everybody. Combined with workshops, a fair and even a mini-rollercoaster. Wrapped in an all weather jacket to provide cover and a cosy home feeling if needed. But mostly our visitors will enjoy our lake side sunset view while seeing their kids strolling and having fun.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 October
location BillyBird Park Hemelrijk, Volkel website www.heerlijkhemelrijkfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor price 19.95 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@par-t.nl
JEKERJAZZ FESTIVAL
Jazz edition 36
Enjoy renowned artists and styles, such as jazz, funk, salsa, bossanova, pop, blues, and more. Admission to all concerts is free, thanks to the support of Jekerjazz Maastricht, Artichoque Art Gallery, Hotel B41 Maastricht, Elisabeth Strouvenfonds, gemeente Maastricht, Centrum Management Maastricht, the Leisure Fund and the Vrienden Van. Invite your friends for an evening of fun and fine tunes.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-11 October
location Binnenstad, Maastricht website www.jekerjazz.com
FACTS
acts 85 capacity 5,000 type Indoor admission Free
organisation Stichting JekerJazz Maastricht email info@jekerjazz.com
AMSTERDAM DANCE EVENT (ADE)
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is the most upfront, influential and educational gathering for electronic music and its industry. With its conference, festival and educational breeding ground, ADE is able to create not only the biggest yearly industry tentpole moment, but also a solid foundation for future generations of electronic music professionals and upcoming artists. The event attracts a total of more than 1,000 events in nearly 200 locations across its multidisciplinary program.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-25 October
location Various venues in Amsterdam website www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/live
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation email info@amsterdam-dance-event.nl
MATRIXX OKTOBERFEST
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop
Right between the two big cities of Arnhem and Nijmegen, the best party acts will bring the crowd into the right party mood. With a lot of beer and traditional Oktoberfest games, Matrixx Oktoberfest is the gemütlichste and largest Oktoberfest in the Netherlands. Party machen!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 October
location Evenemententerrein Park Lingezegen, Elst website www.matrixxoktoberfest.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Matrixx email info@matrixx.nl -
SMARTLAPPENFESTIVAL TIEL
Nederlandstalig edition 21
Join the Smartlappenfestival Tiel on October 10 & 11 in the heart of Tiel. On Saturday from 12:00, enjoy performances by over 15 choirs, followed by an amazing afterparty with live artists. On Sunday from 12:00, the festival continues with a line-up of popular Dutch artists. A weekend full of music, fun, and Dutch sing-along classics - don’t miss it!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-11 October
location Markt, Tiel website www.smartlappenfestivaltiel.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor admission Free organisation Smartlappenfestival Tiel email contact@smartlappenfestivaltiel.nl
LOVELAND ADE SHOWS
House, Techno
Loveland ADE is set for 2026. Expect unforgettable nights of electronic music with the unmistakable Loveland touch.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-25 October
location Amsterdam
FACTS
type Indoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Loveland Festival BV email info@loveland.nl
LEFT OF THE DIAL
Left of the Dial is an international showcase festival that takes place in October in the city center of Rotterdam. It offers a cross section of the most relevant upcoming artists of the moment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 October
location Rotterdam
website www.leftofthedial.nl
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 5,000 type Indoor ticketer Stager
organisation Left of the Dial email info@leftofthedial.nl
BLUESROUTE HELMOND
Blues edition 15
The 15th edition of Bluesroute Helmond will be celebrated on the last weekend of October 2026, from the 23th to the 25th! This 15th edition will have a lot to offer. 3 days, over 50 live acts, at least 15 in- and outdoor locations, program specials, and hotel arrangements will make Bluesroute Helmond one of the largest free blues festivals in the Benelux.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-25 October
location Centrum, Helmond
website www.bluesroutehelmond.nl
FACTS
acts 55 capacity 20,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Cultuur in Helmond
email info@cultuurinhelmond.nl
booker Geert Blenckers
booker email geert@gjdbv.nl
MYSTIC GARDEN
House, Pop, Techno
FESTIVAL ADE
The Garden’s golden heart burns bright as we look towards October and Amsterdam Dance Event. This outdoor, daytime festival, with all stages in pre-heated tents, forms part of a 2-in-1 experience with Dockyard Festival. An enchanted world brimming with magical creatures, breathtaking decor, and world-class techno DJs awaits you. Come dance to the drum of the Garden’s Autumn song!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 October
location Havenpark, Amsterdam website www.mysticgardenfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer iHaveGotaTicket organisation Faul Productions BV email info@mysticgardenfestival.nl
BERGS BLUESFESTIVAL
Blues edition 17
17th edition of the Bergs BluesFestival. For the 17th time, the Bergs BluesFestival in Bergen op Zoom. See the website for previous successful editions.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 October
location poppodium Gebouw-T, Bergen op Zoom website www.liveatzoom.nl
capacity 600 type Indoor organisation LiveAtZoom email info@liveatzoom.nl
booker Jan Hoogstraate booker email info@liveatzoom.nl
BRAINWASH
Rebellious thinkers and artists from the Netherlands and beyond share their insights on today’s most pressing questions, offer clarification in times of confusion and help create new frameworks for progress! In the historic inner city of Amsterdam, we’ll be thinking about narcissism and self-love, radical inequality, ideal images as the culprits of our time, visions of the future and dystopias, liberating algorithms, the flipside of authenticity and our post-capitalist culture.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 October
location Several venues, Amsterdam website www.brainwashfestival.nl
type Indoor
organisation Stichting Brainwash email info@brainwashfestival.nl
ROTTERDAMSE POPWEEK
edition 14
The Rotterdam Popweek has been organized by Popunie since 2013 and shines a spotlight on the music scene in Rotterdam for ten days - from emerging talent to well-known artists, from intimate concerts to large-scale events. Whether you’re a seasoned music lover or just in the mood for an inspiring night out, Popweek has something for everyone! The Rotterdam Popweek is organized by the Rotterdam popsector.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 October-8 November
location Several venues, Rotterdam website www.rotterdamsepopweek.nl
acts 200 capacity 35,000 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Popunie email info@popunie.nl
CROSSING BORDER
Folk, Jazz, Literature, Pop, Singer-Songwriter
edition 34
Crossing Border is one of the oldest and most innovative music and literature festivals in Europe, Since 1992, we have been welcoming the biggest names in music and literature, as well as showcasing new and exciting talent from The Netherlands and beyond. The Antwerp edition takes place in the same week as the festival in The Hague.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-8 November
location Koninklijke Schouwburg and various venues in The Hague website www.crossingborder.nl
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 8,000 type Indoor ticketer Stager
organisation St. Other World Productions email info@crossingborder.nl
booker Michel
booker email info@crossingborder.nl
Parcifal
Werkman
LE GUESS WHO?
With the motto ‘Listening is the Way Forward’, Le Guess Who? is widely considered to be one of the most forward-thinking festivals around. LGW exists to promote sounds that are often overlooked, and to platform fresh perspectives on what is possible in music. Artists from all over the world offer an insight into the unprecedented diversity of human creativity. LGW has grown into a leading international festival, known for the inspiring way in which groundbreaking music is presented.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-8 November
location Utrecht
website www.leguesswho.com
FACTS
acts 180 capacity 20,000 type Indoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Le Guess Who?
email info@leguesswho.com
NACHT VAN DE WIJN
Dance, House, Jazz edition 7
For the love of wine! In this weekend you can enjoy, taste, discover and learn all about the beautiful product of wine. Ofcourse there’s also a lot to dance, eat and experience. With over 200 different wines, live music, tastings, foodtrucks, workshops and masterclasses there’s a lot to do and experience for a whole night!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 November
location Werkspoorkathedraal, Utrecht
website www.nachtvandewijn.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Indoor
price 18.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Nacht van de Wijn
email milan@nachtvandewijn.nl
booker email Milan@nachtvandewijn.nl
FBNN
HOOG, VEILIG EN SNEL GEREGELD
Wij zijn specialist in hoogwerksystemen met landelijke dekking.
Met een vloot van ruim 1700 hoogwerkers, tot wel 90 meter werkhoogte, zorgen we dat elk project letterlijk naar een hoger niveau wordt getild
Van bemande en onbemande verreikers tot hangbruggen: wij leveren de juiste oplossing voor iedere situatie
Daarnaast zijn we totaalleverancier voor evenementen
Of het nu gaat om hoogwerkers, steigers, verreikers, heftrucks of kranen wij denken mee, regelen het van A tot Z en zorgen dat alles veilig en soepel verloopt
Zo kunnen organisatoren zich focussen op het evenement, en wij op de rest
Snakepit is the ultimate gathering of highspeed hardcore fanatics. Snakepit takes place once a year at the Klokgebouw in Eindhoven.The event brings you the purest and finest up tempo hardcore. Organised by market leaders Art of Dance and b2s, this illustrious event is set to impress even the toughest hardcore connoisseurs! Snakepit is the number one party for uptempo, dark, terror and
HELLDORADO
Hardcore, Metal, Rock, Roots edition 7
For infernal rock festival HELLDORADO, many thousands of “heavy” music fans from all over Europe go on a road trip to Klokgebouw Eindhoven to celebrate life to the fullest and party hard and heavy. HELLDORADO takes place in the iconic building Klokgebouw Eindhoven on 3 stages (in 3 halls) with the most renowned international speed/hard/ garage/punkrock, psychobilly, rock & roll and metal bands (and related music genres). One day of pure mayhem in a unique setting and atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 November location Klokgebouw Strijp-S terrein, Eindhoven website www.helldorado.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 5,000 type Indoor price 70.00 EUR avg. day
organisation This Is Live Group email ron@aceshighpromotion.nl
booker Luc Favié
booker email luc@helldorado.nl
SOENDA INDOOR WERKSPOORKATHEDRAAL
House, Techno
Soenda’s origins lead back to a beachparty in the year 2009, after which it grew out to be a household name among Dutch electronic music festivals. Soenda Festival is known for its diverse and high-quality line-up, showcasing both national and international talent. Well-known artists as well as new talent take the stage.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 November
location Werkspoorkathedraal, Utrecht website www.soenda.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,200 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com -
MOMFEST
Metal, Pop, Rock edition 32
Previously, the festival was known as Monsters of Mariaheide, but since much less decibels are programmed, it was MOMfest. Better-known names such as Danko Jones, Therapy?, Living Colour, Dog Eat Dog, Anneke van Giersbergen, Heideroosjes, Green Lizard, Peter Pan Speedrock and the BZB could not resist the temptation to shine at MOMfest. Once started in a small party room, the concept was bursting at the seams and a fourth move followed. Now Momfest takes place on the Noordkade in Veghel.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 December location Noordkade, Veghel website www.momfest.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 2,000 type Indoor
organisation S.T.O.M. email hans@monsterheide.nl
booker Frans
booker email aws.studio@planet.nl
TAKEROOT FESTIVAL
edition
28
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 November
location Spot Groningen website www.music-matters.nl
organisation Music Matters
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Max Franssen
POPMONUMENT BREDA
Experimental, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, SingerSongwriter edition 4
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 December
location Several monumental venues, Breda website www.popmonument.nl
FACTS
capacity 700 type Indoor
price 37.50 EUR avg. day ticketer Stager
organisation PopMonument email info@popmonument.nl
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DE BRABANTSE WINTER
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Singer-Songwriter edition 4
This winter, the Brabanthallen in Den Bosch will be the shining and sparkling heart of our province, as the Brabantse Winter returns! Once again, a cozy, magical, and beautiful winter village will be set up to bring a much-needed dose of light and warmth to the dark days of December and January. For a full 13 days, you can indulge in the ultimate winter parade of festive dining, drinks, dancing, entertainment, and celebration.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-31 December
location Brabanthallen, Den Bosch website www.debrabantsewinter.nl
FACTS
capacity 100,000 type Indoor
ticketer
organisation This is Live, Libema Entertainment en Net Echt email info@debrabantsewinter.nl
ACID! → ADF ANTJE → ADF SAMSKI → AFTER FOREVER → AISHA → AKWASI → ALBINO SPORTS
→ ANOTHER NOW → ANOUK → ANTOON → BANJI → BAZART → BENNY SINGS → BIZKIT PARK
→ BLAUDZUN → BLOED → BLUAI → BOAZ → BOB UIT ZUID → BOEF → BOWL → BROKEZART →
BRUNZYN → BRUXAS → CARDIGAN INN → CHARDY → CHARLOT → CHIBI ICHIGO → CHO →
CLAUDE → CLEAN PETE → COLIN BENDERS → CRYBABIES → CUSTOMS → DARKER → DAVE BUDHA
→ DAVINA MICHELLE → DE NACHTWACHT → DE NIEMANDERS → DE STAAT → DELANY →
DIKKE → DIRK. → DONNIE → DRESSED LIKE BOYS → DROELOE → DYLAN VAN DAEL → EEFJE
DE VISSER → ELIAS MAZIAN → EMMA HEESTERS → EMMY D’ARC → EPICA → EQUAL IDIOTS
→ FLOOR JANSEN → FOR I AM KING → FRENNA → FROUKJE → GAIDAA → GALLOWSTREET
→ GINO-COCHISE → GLINTSAL → GOLDKIMONO → GOTU JIM → GREEN LIZARD → GRGY →
HAEVN → HANG YOUTH → HEF → HIDEOUS → HONEY I’M HOME → IDALY → IJSLAND → IR
SAIS → ISABÈL USHER → ISAÏ → ISE → JAÏR FARIA → JAIRZINHO → JAMESZOO → JASHA →
JASPER STEVERLINCK → JEN → JESSE HOEFNAGELS → JETT REBEL → JOEP BEVING → JOOST → JOSEPHINE ODHIL → JUDITH → JUNGLE BY NIGHT → JUSTIN VERKIJK → KA → KATNUF → KAYA
→ KAYA IMANI → KING FAISEL → KLYNE → KM → LANDER & ADRIAAN → LANGA → LATANYA ALBERTO → LEAFS → LISANNE DIJKSTRA → LOLA CEDÈS → LUMÏ → MAAN → MAARTEN VOS
→ MARATHON → MARILU → MARTA ARPINI → MAYAN → MELL VF → METEJOOR → MICH → MILOLAATHETLUKKEN → MOONEYE → MR. POLSKA → MY BABY → NAFT → NAGASAKI SWIM → NAOMI SHARON → NIELSON → NNELG → NOAH → NOHA SARÉ → NOIZBOIZ → NONA → NONCHELANGE → NUMIDIA → NUSANTARA BEAT → NYARKO → OPROER → OSCAR AND THE WOLF → PHILINE → PINK OCULUS → PLOEGENDIENST → POM → PUGGY → QUEEN’S PLEASURE → QUIQUE → RAMKOT → RANI → RAY FUEGO → REANNY → RHAE → RIMON → ROBIN KESTER → ROETS → ROLROLROL → ROMY DYA → ROMY LIZ ROSE → RONNIE FLEX → RONNIE FLEX & THE FAM → ROUFAIDA → S10 → SAN HOLO → SARAH JULIA → SELAH SUE → SFB → SLEEQ → SLOPER → SLOW CRUSH → SMIB → SOFIE WINTERSON → SON MIEUX → SONS → SOPHIA → SOR → SPINVIS → STAKE → STEVE → STICKS → SUGAR SPINE → SVEN CILLIERS → TEXTURES → THE JORDAN→ TIENSON → THIJS BOONTJES → TREASURE → TRIGGERFINGER → WENDE → WEVAL → WHISPERING SONS → YONG YELLO → YSSI SB → YXNG LE → ZEN LINK → ZEP → ZWANGERE GUY → ZWART LICHT
WELKOM BELGIË
BELGIAN FESTIVALS
JANUARY 282 +++ FEBRUARY 282 +++ MARCH 283 +++ APRIL 285 MAY 288 +++ JUNE 291 +++ JULY 296 +++ AUGUST 309 SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 317
BRUSSELS JAZZ MARATHON
Brussels Jazz Marathon is held every year in clubs, bars, and squares across Brussels. Concerts in diverse styles such as jazz, blues, funk, and world music are presented. During this musical marathon, locals and tourists can enjoy a unique cultural experience for free.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-24 January
location Brussel
website www.flagey.be/brusselsjazzfestival
type Indoor+Outdoor
email info@brusselsjazzweekend.be
FESTIVAL KORTRIJK Classic
The ideal balance between classical and contemporary, between experiment and tradition: this is what Festival Kortrijk stands for. During the festival we challenge you as a visitor by questioning formats, going to unusual locations and giving young artists a stage. For two weekends, city of Kortrijk is the ultimate place for discovery, surprise and amazement.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 February-1 March
location Conservatoriumplein 1, Kortrijk website www.festivalkortrijk.be
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 3,000 type Indoor ticketer Ticketmatic organisation Wilde Westen vzw email info@wildewesten.be
HOOKROCK - INDOOR FESTIVAL
Blues, Roots edition 16
Hookrock is a truly remarkable indoor blues and roots festival: a successful blend of diverse music traditions closely connected to the blues, with a wide range of country, blues, and rock ’n’ roll. It’s very popular thanks to its excellent value for money.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 March
location Buurthuis Terlogt Helstraat 22 3590 Diepenbeek, Diepenbeek website www.hookrock.be
FACTS
acts 3 capacity 400 type Indoor price 20.00 EUR avg. day
organisation vzw Deep Music email hookrockcathoir@gmail.com
booker Ronny Cathoir booker email hookrockcathoir@gmail.com
KLARAFESTIVAL
In cooperation with the VRT and the RTBF, Belgium’s only broadcasting festival brings classical music of the highest quality within the framework of an annual theme. Its accent on the historical informed performance practice of the romantic music, its inventive concepts and rejuvenating productions approach a new audience. Stimulating international cooperations between political (politicians, diplomates), economical & cultural sectors, is what the KlaraFestival aims for in the next few years.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-29 March
location Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp website www.klarafestival.be
FACTS
type Indoor organisation Festival van Vlaanderen Brussel-Internationaal email sophie@klarafestival.be
OILSJT OMPLOFT XL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-21 March
location Sint Annazaal, Aalst website www.oilsjtomploft.be email rocknload@telenet.be
ROLMO’S ROOTS ROCK
Country, Folk, Rock, Roots
edition 14
14th edition of a festival with international country, folk, rock ‘n roll and rockabilly bands. Vintage shops, record-stores, American burgers, barbershop, DJ’s and more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 March
location Kneuterweg 2, Zonhoven website www.rolmo.be
FACTS
acts 13 capacity 700 type Indoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
organisation VZW Rolmo Productions email rolmovzw@hotmail.com
booker Peter Wetsels
booker email peter@rolmo.be
BROSELLA SPRING FESTIVAL
Jazz, World edition 4
Brosella Spring Festival showcases the best of Belgian jazz and urban etno music in the heart of Brussels. Featuring release concerts, fresh new projects, and three performances each night, it’s a dynamic celebration of Belgium’s vibrant music scene.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-28 March
location VOLTA, Brussels
website www.brosellaspringfestival.be
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 1,200 type Indoor
price 15.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation Brosella Festival email info@brosella.be
booker Bert Schreurs
booker email bert@brosella.be
Shamrockraver Photography
DURBUY ROCK FESTIVAL
Folk, Gothic, Hardcore, Metal, Rock edition 29
One of the main metal/hard rock/stoner festivals in French-speaking Belgium for almost 30 years. Featuring 23 Belgian, French, and international bands across two stages over two days. The first camping event of the festival season, set at a unique countryside site along the Ourthe River in the Ardennes.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 April
location Plaine du Sassin, Bomal-sur-Ourthe website www.durbuyrock.be
FACTS
acts 23 capacity 4,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Billetweb
organisation Durbuy Rock Festival ASBL-VZW email info@durbuyrock.be
PARSIDANCE
Dance, Hiphop, House, Minimal, Techno edition 12
Parsidance is a local open air festival with a bunch of reknown local and (inter)national artists. With three stages during two days, the festival offers many different music genres and unforgettable moments.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 April
location Scouts Parsifal Rumbeke, Roeselare website www.parsidance.be
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor organisation Parsidance Festival email info@parsidance.be
booker Tim De Bree
booker email tim.debree@parsidance.be
SLEUTERROCK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 May
location Dentergem website www.sleuterrock.be email info@sleuterrock.be
PIERRE
FESTIVEL
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop ed.7
Festivel is a five-day festival for everyone. From Wednesday to Sunday, there are all kinds of activities. We have two festival days with dance DJs, a fun quiz night, an afternoon for people with disabilities, kids’ activities, and more. Feel welcome, and have a great time with friends and family!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-26 April
location Festivalweide, Veldstraat 240, Temse website www.festivel.be
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 20.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Starnet
organisation Festivel vzw email info@festivel.be
LUNALIA
Classic, Folk, Jazz, World edition 9
LUNALIA (Festival of Flanders Mechelen) enters a new chapter in 2026 under artistic director Mathias Coppens, with the motto GLOW. The festival celebrates fire in every sense: as a primordial force, a cosmic vibration, human warmth, passion and connection. LUNALIA 2026 will glow with fire, passion and togetherness – featuring Accademia del Piacere as ensemble-in-residence, Musica Temprana, Sonico, Bel Ayre, Vlaams Radiokoor, Tutu Puoane, Laurence Servaes and many more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 April-10 May location Mechelen website www.lunalia.be/en
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 800 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 20.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation Festival van Vlaanderen Mechelen email mechelen@festival.be
SCHOOLROCK FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Techno ed. 37
Schoolrock Festival is a festival completely organised by the students of the ‘Sint-Ritacollege’ in Kontich (pupils of the 3th grade). It is the biggest school festival in Belgium.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 April
location Sint-Rita Campus College, Kontich, Antwerp website www.schoolrockfestival.be
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Sint-Ritacollege (pupils of 3th grade) email info@schoolrock.be
booker Coördinatie booker email coordinatie@schoolrock.be -
HEADBANGER’S BALLS FEST
Continuing our tradition of class acts as openers, we’re thrilled to introduce Huracán for Headbanger’s Balls Fest 2026! They’re ready to follow in the footsteps of previous openers like the mighty Cobra The Impaler, Arson, and An Evening With Knives.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2 May
location Izegem
website www.headbangersballs.be
FACTS
type Indoor
email Info@headbangersballs.be
GARNIZOEN
House, Techno, Trance
Garnizoen is a one-day festival where techno, house, and trance take over an iconic location: a former mine turned rave ground.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 May
location be MINE, Beringen website www.garnizoen.be
FACTS
acts 10 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Garnizoen email hello@garnizoen.be
BELGIUM RHYTHM ‘N BLUESFESTIVAL PEER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 May
location Peer
website www.bluesfestival.be
type Outdoor
organisation Break-Away vzw email info@bluesfestival.be
CLAMOTTE ROCK
Hiphop, House, Metal, Nederlandstalig, Rock edition 29
A cosy, well-curated festival offering a vibrant mix of international and Belgian headliners, emerging talent, and local heroes. Expect an eclectic blend of genres – from rock, garage, pop, and hip hop to house, retrohouse, metal, punk and belpop – spread across two live stages and two DJ stages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-16 May
location Oosterhoven, Herenthout website www.clamotterock.be
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor price 45.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Hooifeestencomité vzw email info@clamotterock.be
booker Bert Schallenbergh booker email bert@clamotterock.be
EXTREMA OUTDOOR House, Techno
One of Belgium’s leading electronic music festival, uniting international headliners, underground pioneers, and a devoted community across three unforgettable days at a unique location.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 May
location Kelchterhoef De Plas, Houthalen-Helchteren website www.extrema.be
FACTS
acts 180 capacity 75,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Extrema email info@extrema.be
booker Bas booker email bas@extrema.nl
GLADIOLEN FESTIVAL
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Techno ed. 26
Gladiolen Festival is a fun music festival that has taken place every year since 2000 during the Pentecost weekend. The top of Belgian music is always on the bill, supplemented with up-and-coming talent. The festival has 4 stages and a free street festival on Saturday afternoon, Boekel Boulevard. In 2025, Gladiolen was awarded Best Small Festival at the European Festival Awards. Everyone is welcome at Gladiolen, will we see you there?
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 May
location Festivalterrein Boekel, Olen
website www.gladiolen.be
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 18,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventsquare
organisation VZW Keizer Karel Olen email info@gladiolen.be
booker Lode Bellens
booker email info@gladiolen.be
JAZZ MIDDELHEIM
Jazz
Jazz Middelheim is the “grande dame” among Belgian jazz festivals. Ever since 1969 it has presented a sample of what lives and moves in jazz. The unique concerts and the idyllic Park den Brandt, provide a unique setting that inspires visitors across generations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-25 May
location Park Den Brandt, Antwerpen website www.jazzmiddelheim.be
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 14,000 type Outdoor
price 40.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Tickoweb
organisation vzw Jazz & Muziek email info@jazzmiddelheim.be
booker Kevin Devos
booker email kevin@jazz.be
Steven
Hendrix
DUVELBLUES
Blues, Folk, Rock, Roots, Singer-Songwriter
Duvelblues will celebrate 22st edition with great artists. Just a glimpse of the blues men who graced the stage of Duvelblues is enough testament to the status this festival holds: The Tommy Castro Band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Charlie Musselwhite, Eric Bib, Johnny Winter... Want to experience the 21st Duvelblues edition yourself? Treat yourself a trip to Puurs. Camping is free, the beer is cold. See you there!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May
location Terrein Chiro - Kabal, Ruisbroek - Puurs website www.duvelblues.be
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 1,300 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Duvel Blues vzw email info@duvelblues.be
booker Gust Meeus
booker email info@duvelblues.be
LEGACY FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 June
location Zilvermeer Mol website www.legacyfestival.be -
ZOMER VAN ANTWERPEN
Dance, Hiphop, Latin, Urban, World edition 32
Zomer van Antwerpen (Summer of Antwerp) is a cultural festival in Antwerp, comprising music from all corners of the globe, the pick of the international contemporary circus scene, strong visual theatre, dance extravaganzas at the most unexpected locations and countless other memorable events. Additionally we open Zomerfabriek, a popup-club with restaurant, presenting dj’s, live jams, spoken word, classical concerts and a wide variety of other youth events.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 June-30 August
location Various venues, Antwerpen website www.zva.be
FACTS
acts 800 capacity 300,000 type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation Zomer van Antwerpen vzw email zomer@zva.be
booker Patrick De Groote
booker email patrick@zva.be
GRASPOP METAL MEETING
Gothic, Metal, Rock edition 29
For four days, Graspop Metal Meeting 2026 will once again turn the quiet town of Dessel into the roaring epicentre of the hard rock and metal scene. Five stages, epic headliners, raging riffs, emerging metal gods and colossal mosh pits will shake the earth to its very core. For its 29th edition, GMM is billing the cream of the international rock and metal scene. From 18–21 June, thousands of metal fans will gather in Dessel for the Benelux’s biggest and most diverse metal festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-21 June
location Festivalpark Stenehei, Dessel website www.graspop.be
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 55,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation GMM Festival bvba email info@gmm.be
PENNENZAKKENROCK
Pennenzakkenrock is Belgium’s biggest kids’ music festival, with well-known and contemporary singers, DJ’s, bands etc. The festival also provides lots of animation and fun for the coolest day of the schoolyear! Pennenzakkenrock is a festival for kids between 8 and 14 years old and their teachers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 June-26 May
location Recreatiedomein Zilvermeer, Mol website www.pennenzakkenrock.be
type Outdoor
organisation Provinciaal Recreatiedomein Zilvermeer email info@pennenzakkenrock.be
SUNRISE FESTIVAL
edition 12
COULEUR CAFÉ FESTIVAL
We welcome you all back to the glorious park by the iconic Atomium for some of the best hiphop, soul, reggae, ragga, dub, dance and funk the planet has to offer. The world food restaurants, marching bands, hidden bars and (DJ)stages, dance workshops, beautiful cocktail bars and pretty people create a truly unique cosmopolitan atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Brussels website www.couleurcafe.be
FACTS
acts 44 capacity 72,000 type Outdoor
organisation Couleur Café - official email festival@couleurcafe.org
GENK ON STAGE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Citycentre, Genk website www.genkonstage.be
FACTS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-28 June
location De Lilse Bergen, Gierle website www.sunrisefestival.be
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 85,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Dare to Dream email info@sunrisefestival.be
edition 22
acts 130 capacity 100,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Genk On Stage email info@genkonstage.be
booker Mathies Wouters booker email programma@genkonstage.be
GRENSROCK
Dance, Hiphop, Metal, Pop, Rock edition 37
Free family festival in the middle of Menen. Everyone is welcome!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 June
location Park Ter Walle, Menen
website www.grensrock.be
FACTS
acts 13 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation vzw GRENSROCK email info@grensrock.be
booker Bert Callewaert
booker email programmatie@grensrock.be
PARADISE CITY FESTIVAL
Paradise City is an electronic music festival that prides itself on its sustainability efforts. It’s a journey that explores what a great future can look like, a place that promotes diversity, where conversations will blossom and where meaningful encounters will occur. It’s a journey, where the only experience is that very special energy of people transcending together on that warmth..that music. Welcome to your festival, Welcome to Paradise City!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Perk
website www.paradisecity.be
type Outdoor
LIVE IS LIVE
Live is Live transforms Middenvijver Park into an intimate home for concert lovers. We put the fan at the centre and create an unforgettable experience where musical highlights and culinary surprises come together. Within walking distance of the city centre, we present a series of carefully curated concert days in a green setting. Each day has its own unique atmosphere, with a major headliner playing a full show, complemented by a line-up of big names, top acts, and fresh discoveries.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 June
location Middenvijver Park, Antwerpen website www.liveislive.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation FKP Scorpio email info@fkpscorpio.be
booker Live is Live
booker email marcom@fkpscorpio.be
GENT JAZZ
Experimental, Jazz, Latin, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 25
Gent Jazz is the place where young adventurers, hipsters and music lovers come to experience concerts shoulder to shoulder. As stubborn as the people of Ghent themselves, this festival offers jazz and more, much more. We opt for music that really blossoms live, performed by strong artists who don’t think in boxes but who have the nerve and the desire to perform. We offer world stars, unknown pearls and young talents a dreamed stage for a critical but warm audience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-18 July
location De Bijloke, Gent website www.gentjazz.com
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 55,000 type Outdoor
price 40.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Paylogic
organisation Gent Jazz email info@gentjazz.com
booker Ilja Bracke
booker email Ilja@greenhousetalent.be
LES ARDENTES
Les Ardentes presents some of the biggest names in the French, European, and international hiphop scene every year. In recent years, artists such as Wiz Khalifa, Migos, Black Eyed Peas, and Mac Miller have performed there, alongside French acts like OrelSan and Nekfeu.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-5 July
location Liège website www.lesardentes.be email info@lesardentes.be
RAMPAGE OPEN AIR 2026
Dubstep
The biggest drum & bass and dubstep festival in the universe. The biggest vibes, the best crowd, the baddest basslines, the boldest light show, the most powerful sound systems, and the bravest soldiers. Bigger than ever before. 350+ artists, 7 stages, 3 days + 1, 3 swimming pools, 6 fairground rides, the return of the custom skate ramp, free silent-disco afterparties, a big-screen cinema, tattoo parlours, tons of food options, and cocktail bars.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-5 July
location Kristalpark, Lommel website www.rampageopenair.eu/home
FACTS
acts 350 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Rampage United email info@rampage.be
ROCK WERCHTER
Four days and four stages, with the biggest headliners, young talents, raging rockers, incredible singer-songwriters, new names, and the coolest beats around. Rock Werchter deliberately builds its line-up across all genres.
Rock Werchter is a unique experience. The line-up is always world-class, the unique festival feeling omnipresent.
Rock Werchter is a award-winning international hit and a regular fixture in every music lover’s diary.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-5 July
location Festivalpark, Werchter website www.rockwerchter.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster organisation Live Nation
email info@rockwerchter.be
booker Live Nation
booker email info@rockwerchter.be
BROSELLA FESTIVAL
Jazz, World edition 49
Brosella Festival is a vibrant music festival held in the shadow of the iconic Atomium in Brussels. It brings together 20 urban etno and jazz bands from Belgium and around the world, celebrating musical diversity and cultural connection in an unforgettable open-air setting.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Ossegempark, Brussels website www.brosellafestival.be
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 4,000 type Outdoor
price 20.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation Brosella Festival email info@brosella.be
booker Bert Schreurs
booker email bert@brosella.be
GOOIKOORTS FOLKFESTIVAL
Folk, Nederlandstalig edition 24
Gooikoorts is a three day festival with traditional music as keyword. There are two concert tents with a total of 14 groups, a market for instrument makers, a children’s entertainment with i.e. adapted concerts, a wonderful open space to enjoy food and drinks and a little festival market with local products. For many years now we do our best to guarantee a unique combination of conviviality and quality with special attention to the environment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Houteman 2, Gooik website www.gooikoorts.be
FACTS
acts 14 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Muziekmozaïek vzw email info@gooikoorts.be
HOOKROCK BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL
Blues, Roots edition 22
Hookrock is a truly remarkable two-day blues and roots festival: a successful blend with a wide range of blues and roots. It is very popular thanks to its excellent value for money.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 July
location OC. Rooierheide Rooierheidestraat 100, Diepenbeek website www.hookrock.be
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 1,200 type Outdoor
organisation vzw Deep Music email hookrockcathoir@gmail.com
booker Ronny Cathoir
booker email hookrockcathoir@gmail.com
IEPER HARDCORE FEST
Hardcore, Metal
Ieperfest is an independent 3-day hardcore festival. Year after year they try (and succeed) to offer an excellent mix of all sorts of styles by bands from all over the world. Old school hardcore, metalcore, doom, emo, metal, grindcore, postrock, punk, sludge, etc. You name it, you get it.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Ieper
website www.ieperfest.com
type Outdoor
organisation Ieperfest vzw email info@ieperfest.com
ROCK ZOTTEGEM
3 days festival at Zottegem (flemish Ardens). Two stages (mainstage + dance-area). Acts as Placebo, Alanis Morissette, Alice Cooper, Motörhead, White Lies, The Offspring, Limp Bizkit, Simple Minds, ZZ Top, Interpol, +Live+, Lost Frequenties, Goldband and dEUS played the last couple of years at Rock Zottegem.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location BEVEGEMSE VIJVERS, Zottegem website www.rock-zottegem.be
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 12,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation VZW ROCK ZOTTEGEM email info@rock-zottegem.be
CACTUSFESTIVAL
Experimental, Pop, Rock
Music has no boundaries. It may sound cliché, but it’s true. For 40 years, Cactus Festival has lived by this credo. The festival brings performers from around the world and across genres together and has become a fixture on the annual festival calendar. Above all, Cactus Festival is an atmospheric musical event on a human scale, with a strong focus on the line-up and visitor comfort.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Minnewaterpark, Brugge website www.cactusfestival.be
FACTS
acts 21 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Tickoweb
organisation Cactus Muziekcentrum
email info@cactusmusic.be
booker Felix Van de Loock
booker email felix@cactusmusic.be
HELLO!SCHOTENWERELDFESTIVAL VAN FOLKLORE
Dance, Folk, World edition 66
In the summer of 2026 we invite you to an international dance party in Schoten. Every year we invite approx 6 folklore ensembles from all over the world to perform on our stage accompanied by live music. There’s also time to get to know our guests and sample their culture through dance and music. Visitors can not only watch the afternoon or evening shows, there are also a number of other activities in the park. Hope to see you soon!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-17 July
location Gemeentepark van Schoten, Kasteeldreef 61, 2900, Schoten website www.helloschoten.be
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 17.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Hello!Schoten - World Festival of Folklore email info@helloschoten.be
booker Hello!Schoten
booker email info@helloschoten.be
OSTEND BEACH
House, Techno, Urban edition 16
Electronic music brings the country’s north coast to life, as local and international favourites build up the great summer vibe. For eight years now, the boutique festival has been bringing nearly 80 acts a year to the seaside.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Klein Strand, Oostende website www.ostendbeach.be
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation All Things Live Belgium email info@ostendbeach.be
booker Jan Mortelmans
booker email jan@ostendbeach.be
SJOCK FESTIVAL
Blues, Country, Rock, Roots edition 50
Sjock Festival is one of the oldest alternative festivals of Belgium. It attracts rock ‘n roll, rockabilly, garage, punk, psychobilly and surf lovers from all over the world to enjoy a weekend of good music and great atmosphere. Sjock, your rock ‘n roll highlight of the year!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Poeyelheide, Gierle website www.sjock.com
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
price 45.00 EUR avg. day ticketer www.ticketjes.be
organisation JK ‘t Hoekske email info@sjock.com
booker Gunter Daems
ArnyZona
VIJVERFESTIVAL
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 21
Vijverfestival is a free summer festival in the heart of Dilbeek, set around a scenic pond. It offers a friendly, inclusive atmosphere with live music on multiple stages, activities for children, and creative workshops. Food and drinks from around the world add to the relaxed holiday vibe. Rooted in community spirit, it brings together families, friends, and music lovers of all ages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-11 July
location Gemeenteplein 1, Dilbeek website www.vijverfestival.be
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Vijverfestival vzw email info@vijverfestival.be
FANTASIA FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Hiphop, House, Techno edition 11
Fantasia Festival is an EDM-festival which hosted names like Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Afrojack, Regi, MWAK and many breathtaking artists. It is no longer a youngster in the great adventure park of festivals but it took his place in between other great festivals in Belgium. Music varies from Hardstyle to Retro House, from EDM to deep-house every visitor finds his sweet spot on this day. One of the few festivals that offers All-INN VIP treatment! Life is a Fantasy... at Fantasia Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 July
location Festivalweide, Vossestraat, Hamme-Zogge website www.fantasiafestival.be
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor ticketer Paylogic
organisation Fantasia VZW email info@fantasiafestival.be
booker Fantasia Festival booker email info@fantasiafestival.be
ROCK HERK
Dance, Hardcore, Metal, Rock edition 41
Rock Herk is a two-day alternative festival in Herkde-Stad, known as “Belgium’s biggest small festival,” programming a wide range of music genres. The festival, which has been running since 1983, takes place on the Herk FC sports grounds and is known for its diverse lineup featuring both Belgian and international artists. It features four stages: the Main Stage, The Club, the Dansbaar, and the unique Street Stage.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 July
location Sportterreinen Harlaz-Olmenhof, Herk-de-Stad website www.rockherk.be
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 24,000 type Outdoor
organisation vzw Rock Herk email info@rockherk.be
booker email Info@rockherk.be
LES FRANCOFOLIES DE SPA
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Since 1994, Les Francofolies de Spa has been celebrating French-speaking music (French chanson, pop, rock, electro, urban, etc.). The festival showcases both unmissable stars and emerging artists. With 120 concerts, four main stages, and numerous free concerts and events throughout the city, it offers a vibrant and diverse program.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-26 July
location Parc de 7 Heures / Place Royale, Spa website www.francofolies.be
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
organisation Belgomania asbl email info@francofolies.be booker email billetterie@francofolies.be
DOUR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-19 July
location Dour website www.dourfestival.be
organisation asbl Gogogo email hello@dourfestival.eu
TOMORROWLAND
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Trance edition 22
Prepare for a new and magical journey. Unite with People of Tomorrow from all over the world through the power of love, friendship and music.
Live Today, Love Tomorrow, Unite Forever.
TOMORROWLAND
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Trance edition 22
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-26 July
location The Schorre, Boom website www.tomorrowland.com
FACTS
acts 1000 capacity 400,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Tomorrowland email info@tomorrowland.com
CO-CREATION WITH CUSTOM INFLATABLES
SFINKS MIXED
Latin, Pop, Roots, Urban, World edition 50
Are you ready to discover new music and cultures? Come to Sfinks Mixed, a free festival in the heart of Boechout. It’s a festival for everyone, where you can listen to artists from all over the world. There’s also a Kidz Village for the little ones and a world market where you can find unique items and projects. Come experience the magic!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-26 July
location Molenveld, Boechout, Antwerp website www.sfinks.be
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 120,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation sfinks animatie vzw email info@sfinks.be
ROCK OLMEN
Rock
Rock/indie festival featuring a mix of national and international bands. We’re a cosy festival that prioritises quality over quantity. In the past, we’ve hosted great acts such as Supergrass, Triggerfinger, The Sheila Divine, Arsenal, Levellers, Circa Waves, Novastar, Therapy?, Sons, Whispering Sons, Blaudzun, Black Box Revelation, Bad Nerves, Millionaire, J. Bernardt, Sore Losers, and more. We use three stages: two rock stages and one dance stage.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-25 July
location Stotert 77 - 2491, Olmen website www.rockolmen.be
FACTS
acts 28 capacity 4,500 type Outdoor ticketer tickoweb
organisation vzw Rock Olmen email info@rockolmen.be
booker Tim Toelen booker email Tim.Toelen1@telenet.be
BEACHWEEKEND
Beachweekend Loenhout started as a small festival organised by Chiro Loenhout. Year after year, it has grown, welcoming 18,000 visitors last year. We have many volunteers who build an amazing stage and create a great experience for our visitors.
Friday and Saturday are our main nights, featuring the best acts, while Sunday has free entry and includes an additional volleyball tournament. The longest beach bar, the best cocktails, and the best atmosphere - you’ll find it all in Loenhout!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-2 August
location Beemdenweg, Loenhout website www.beachweekend.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Chiro Loenhout
email info@beachweekend.be
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RONQUIERES FESTIVAL
After 11 editions and over 450,000 festival-goers under the spell of the atmosphere and the exceptional location, high-level concerts, and a nomination at the festival awards as best new European festival, the Ronquières festival has established itself as a reference in the heart of the Belgian summer.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Braine-le-Comte, Ronquières website www.ronquieresfestival.be
type Indoor+Outdoor -
LOKERSE FEESTEN
edition 51
One of the major, most long-lasting open-air city festivals in Belgium yearly presents a wide range of music genres and artists spread over ten days. Artists over the past years included a.o. Iggy Pop, Blur, Massive Attack, Paul Kalkbrenner, Neil Young, Morrissey, The Cure, The Prodigy, Kraftwerk, New Order, Christine & The Queens, Kasabian, Deep Purple, Van Morrison, Slayer and Motörhead. Our second stage, the Club Studio Brussel, offers you a club with the hottest new acts and DJ’s.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-9 August
location Lokeren
website www.lokersefeesten.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Tickoweb
organisation Lokerse Feesten vzw email info@lokersefeesten.be
Femke
Vercauteren
ALCATRAZ HARD ROCK & METAL FESTIVAL
Metal
edition 18
The phenomenally decorated Alcatraz Metal Festival has, since its first one-day edition in 2008, grown into one of Europe’s leading outdoor heavy-music festivals (in 2024 voted ‘Best Belgian Festival 2024’ by the Belgian national radio station Studio Brussel). Four days, four stages, and 130 bands across all kinds of “heavy” genres. For 2026, Powerwolf, Savatage, Slaughter To Prevail, Satyricon, Paleface Swiss, and Testament have already been confirmed, with more names to follow soon.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 August
location Festival Area De Lange Munte, Kortijk website www.alcatraz.be
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 18,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Apache Productions email info@alcatraz.be
booker Mario Mortier
booker email mario@alcatraz.be
ANTILLIAANSE FEESTEN
Latin, Reggae, Urban
Welcome to the bravest & boldest Caribbean, Latin & Afro festival in the world. On the menu? A weekend full of flamboyant music set in a amazing festival atmosphere. Heat up your nights, enjoy the summer cocktails and dance till your feet touch the first beams of light.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 August
location Blauwbossen, Hoogstraten website www.antilliaansefeesten.be
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Belgium Oversees vzw email info@antilliaansefeesten.be
booker Pelle Verschueren
booker email pelle@antilliaansefeesten.be
Fille
Roelants
FESTIVAL DRANOUTER
Folk, Pop, Roots, Singer-Songwriter, World ed. 52
Despite being one of the eldest Belgian festivals, it is very much alive and kicking. Festival Dranouter is known for its main focus on folk music along with a broad program of different genres. The unique combination of powerful concerts, startling sideshows, children entertainment and colourful food stands makes Festival Dranouter an incredible destination for many festival goers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Weide Festival Dranouter, Dranouter website www.festivaldranouter.be
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 53,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation vzw Dranoeter
email info@festivaldranouter.be
booker Bavo Vanden Broeck
booker email info@festivaldranouter.be
Jokko
Foto
SUIKERROCK
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Urban ed. 39
Suikerrock is a rock/popfestival in Tienen, in the centre of Belgium. It’s the first festival on the site of an active production facility.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Tiense Suikerraffinaderij, Bietenplein, Tienen website www.suikerrock.be
FACTS
acts 69 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor
organisation Suikerrock Tienen vzw email info@suikerrock.be booker email booking@suikerrock.be
BOOMBALFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-23 August
location Lovendegem website www.boombalfestival.be
organisation vzw Boombalfestival email info@boombalfestival.be
BENENWERKBALLROOM BRUGEOISE
Dance, Folk, Hiphop, Latin, World
Dance festival in the historic city centre of Bruges. 10 ballrooms with live bands and DJ’s going from salsa, tango, lindy hop to electro, dancehall, hiphop and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 August
location City centre, Brugge website www.benenwerk.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Cactus Muziekcentrum vzw email info@cactusmusic.be
BEZEMROCK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-15 August
location Festivalterrein, Beselare website www.bezemrock.be type Outdoor
organisation den Bezem email Info@bezemrock.be
FOLKFESTIVAL HAM
Folk, World edition 30
High quality folkfestival with the top of European folkmusic.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 August
location Genebosstraat 4, Tessenderlo- Ham website www.folkfestivalham.be/folkfestival-ham/index.html
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day
organisation The celtic art gallery vzw email info@folkfestivalham.be
SWING WESPELAAR
edition 38
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-23 August
location Grote Baan 42, Wespelaar website www.swingwespelaar.be
organisation VZW Swing 2000 email info@swingwespelaar.be
MAAKT JOUW MERK VOOR EN ACHTER DE SCHERMEN AANWEZIG &
LAUS POLYPHONIAE
Classic edition 33
For over 30 years, Laus Polyphoniae, the summer festival of AMUZ (Flanders Festival Antwerp), has been a byword for musical excellence. Each year, Antwerp transforms into the epicenter of polyphony, with concerts held at the city’s most breathtaking venues. Since 1993, Laus Polyphoniae has played a unique role in restoring the prestige and global recognition of Flemish polyphony. Theme 2026: Voices of Europe - circa 1600
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-30 August
location diverse historische locaties in Antwerpen, Antwerpen website www.amuz.be
FACTS
acts 35 type Indoor
organisation AMUZ [Festival van Vlaanderen - Antwerpen] email info@amuz.be
GEVARENWINKELFESTIVAL BLUES & ROOTS
Blues, Roots edition 28
A nice and friendly blues & roots festival in Belgium with national and international top artists from the contemporary blues scene.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 August
location Wolfdonksesteenweg 160, Herselt Varenwinkel website www.gevarenwinkelfestival.be
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation vzw gevarenwinkelfestival email info@gevarenwinkelfestival.be
booker Bruno Verhoeven booker email bookings@gevarenwinkelfestival.be
FACTORY FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 October
location Gent
website www.factoryfestival.nl
organisation Rock around the Bridge email info@factoryfestival.nl
PUKKELPOP
For over 40 years Pukkelpop selects a musical line-up with an alternative fringe. The festival has become one of Europe’s greatest outdoor music events with more than 200 current musical sensations, living legends and visionary alternative artists. It’s fun, relaxed, varied and very much built around the love of music!
PUKKELPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-23 August
location Kiewit, Hasselt website www.pukkelpop.be
FACTS
acts 250 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Pukkelpop email info@pukkelpop.be
booker Chokri Mahassine booker email chokri@pukkelpop.be
MAANROCK
Classic, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Urban edition 29
During the last weekend of August, Mechelen’s city centre will host Maanrock. The free city festival started in 1996 as a small event with performances by local artists, meanwhile the city festival annually attracts more than 100,000 visitors. Each year we choose the broadest possible musical palette on different stages spread across several locations in Mechelen. In short: something for everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-30 August
location Binnenstad, Mechelen
website www.maanrock.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation vzw Mechelen Feest
email info@dezomerisvanmechelen.be
booker Anthony Mistiaen
booker email anthony.mistiaen@mechelen.be
BUITENBEENPOP
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
Buitenbeenpop is the biggest inclusion open-air festival adapted to the specific needs and wishes of people with disabilities in the broadest sense of the word. Listening to music, watching music and moving to music, it certainly evokes emotions in this target group.This festival is an extension of their music experience. A specific festival atmosphere is created taking into account the special support needs of people with disabilities such as: adapted sanitary, accessible lanes for wheelchair.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 August
location Zegeplaats, Leopoldsburg website www.buitenbeenpop.be
FACTS
acts 7 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor
organisation Buitenbeenpop email voorzitter@buitenbeenpop.be
EKEREN ZINGT
Nederlandstalig, Pop, World
Great singing party for young and old: sing with many friends popular songs! Concept: ‘Vlaanderen Zingt’
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 August location Park Hof de Bist, Antwerpen website www.ekerenzingt.be
FACTS
acts 1 capacity 4,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation C-koren Ekeren vzw en Vriendenkring Chiro Tempo Ekeren vzw email info@ekerenzingt.be booker email info@ekerenzingt.be
CRAMMEROCK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 September
location Festivalterrein Groeneputte, Stekene website www.crammerock.be
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 38,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux organisation Crammerock vzw email info@crammerock.be
MUSICA DIVINA
Classic, Experimental, Folk, Literature, World ed.14
The Festival of Flanders Kempen has been organising concerts in abbeys, beguinages and churches at the beginning of the new cultural season for more than 50 years. Musica Divina is a festival that focuses on quiet, a slower pace, contemplation and the religious heritage of the Kempen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 September-4 October location Kempen website www.musica-divina.be/en
acts 15 capacity 2,500 type Indoor organisation Festival van Vlaanderen Kempen email kempen@festival.be
SETTING NEW STANDARDS IN MOBILE SANITATION
EUROPEAN FESTIVALS
JANUARY – MARCH 320 +++ APRIL - MAY 321 JUNE 325 +++ JULY 332 +++ AUGUST 343 SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 351
SNOWATTACK
The biggest winter festival is being organized in 2026 for the 17th time in a brand new venue, Les 2 Alpes! Beneath the breathtaking vistas of the French Alps thousands of young people gather every year for the unparalelled experience of Snowattack. During the day there’s skiing and snowboarding, spiced up with unique programmes. After sunset all the music events start and provide an endless amount of parties until dawn with international and Hungarian acts. We’ll be up all week!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-24 January
location Les 2 Alpes website www.snowattack.hu/en
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 4,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Festival Travel International Ltd. email info@snowattack.hu
booker Festival Travel International Ltd. booker email info@snowattack.hu
MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 February-7 March
location Montreal
website www.montrealenlumiere.com/en-ca/home/lefestival organisation Nuit Blanche email montrealhighlights@equipespectra.ca
LES INROCKS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-8 March
location Le Centquatre, Paris website www.lesinrocks.com
INTERNATION CUBAN SALSA FESTIVAL DIAS CUBANOS
Over 7 days, it offers more than 100 Hours of classes, with 3 separate salons operating at any given time so that students can select their preferred style and level. Take classes in Cuban Salsa, Rueda de Casino, Reggaton, Cha Cha Cha, Bachata, Kizomba, Rumba or Folklorico, and then join us at night as we take the party to the hotest salsa clubs in Cuba. This year it will be held at National Hotel, one of 5 star hotels located in the central area of Vedado, overlooking the spectacular Malecon.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-12 April
location Havana
website www.dancefestivalincuba.com
organisation Dias Cubanos email info@dancefestivalincuba.com
TOMORROWLAND WINTER
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Trance edition 6
From March 21-28, 2026, Tomorrowland returns to the breathtaking French ski resort of Alpe d’Huez for the 6th edition of Tomorrowland Winter! The world’s finest electronic artists will perform across a collection of magical indoor and outdoor stages during a unique weeklong winter festival adventure filled with snow, skiing, snowboarding, amazing outdoor activities and delicious mountain food.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-28 March
location Alpe d’Huez
website www.tomorrowland.com
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 22,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation WeAreOne.World email info@tomorrowland.com
SNOWBOMBING
Snowbombing is so much more than just the music; it embodies creating unforgettable memories with your best mates and immersing yourself in unparalleled, unique experiences. Explore the endless wonders that await you at SB26…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-11 April
location Mayrhofen website www.snowbombing.com type Outdoor
LE PRINTEMPS DE BOURGES
edition 50
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-19 April
location Bourges website www.printemps-bourges.com
C/O POP FESTIVAL
In recent years, we have often proven that we are more than “just” a music festival. This spring, too, from April 15 to 19, you can experience not only musical highlights but also festival untypical things. Secure your festival or day tickets now - the limited Early Birds are actually already sold out.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-19 April
location Cologne website www.c-o-pop.de email info@c-o-pop.de
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC SUMMIT
International Music Summit is an educational, inspirational and motivational thought leadership platform dedicated to creating awareness of, and appreciation for, electronic music, the artistry related to DJ-ing and all related popular artforms, primarily through the presentation of summits and events that celebrate the historic and ongoing contribution of the genre to art and culture worldwide.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 April
location Destino Ibiza Pacha Resort, Ibiza website www.internationalmusicsummit.com email info@internationalmusicsummit.com
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DUTCHWEEK FESTIVAL
The famous Dutchweek Festival is a huge event in the France Alps for more then 15 years now. Every last week of April or the first week of May, lots of Dutch party people are visiting Val Thorens again at the end of the snow season. Because the whole small village is loaded with friends from The Netherlands, this official ‘closing’ week is called ‘The Dutchweek’.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 April-1 May
location Val Thorens website www.dutchweekfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation The Footclub Dance Parties & 360 BAR email info@footclubevents.nl
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THE GREAT ESCAPE
Dance, Experimental, Folk, Pop, Rock
The Great Escape is the festival for new music, showcasing a diverse mix of the most exciting emerging, and yet-to-be discovered talent from around the world to music fans in Brighton. 450+ artists spanning over 30 nationalities perform across 700+ shows in 30+ gig venues each year. The line-up is carefully curated, spanning a wide variety of genres, it aims to attract anyone interested in discovering their next favourite artist - music fans, tastemakers and music industry professionals alike.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-16 May
location various venues, Brighton website www.greatescapefestival.com
FACTS
acts 450 capacity 20,000 type Indoor price 35.00 GBP avg. day ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation The Great Escape email info@greatescapefestival.com
booker Adam Ryan booker email info@greatescapefestival.com -
Mike
Massaro
JELLING MUSIKFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-24 May
location Jelling
website www.jellingmusikfestival.dk
type Outdoor
organisation Jelling Musikfestival
email info@jellingmusikfestival.dk
SPRING BREAK ISLAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-25 May
location Zrcè Beach, Novalja website www.springbreakisland.de
FIELD DAY LONDON
In the packed London festival scene, Field Day continues to stand apart from the crowd each summer. The outdoor festival has sold out every year since its inception in 2007 -- no wonder since Field Day’s alumni include Pixies, Metronomy, Animal Collective, Disclosure, Patti Smith, FKA Twigs, Savages, Of Montreal, and Run the Jewels. This bounty of indie rock also boasts the infamous Village Mentality which features a wry mix of team games, DIY side stalls, and competitive eating!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 May
location Victoria Park, London website www.fielddayfestivals.com
FACTS
type Outdoor email info@fielddayfestivals.com
ORANGE WARSAW FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 17
The most important musical event in the biggest Polish city. Orange Warsaw Festival is the perfect way to spend one of the first summer weekends of the year. Having welcomed huge names in recent years, including Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, Miley Cyrus, Tyler, The Creator, Sam Smith, Florence + The Machine, Ellie Goulding and Troye Sivan, it is a place where an eclectic group of artists come together to perform and tens of thousands of people go for an outstanding and exciting festival experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 May
location Horse racetrack, Sluzewiec, Warsaw website www.orangewarsawfestival.pl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 45,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Alter Art Festival email kontakt@alterart.pl
booker Mikolaj Ziolkowski booker email kontakt@alterart.pl
DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL
Metal, Rock
COPENHAGEN DISTORTION FESTIVAL
Distortion started as an experimental party project in 1998. In 2000 it became a 5-day-long party-crawl going through one Copenhagen district per day. The magic started with plenty of intimate backyard grill parties, receptions, happenings, party bus and champagne boats, all over Copenhagen, with 30-200 people at each get-together.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-7 June
location Copenhagen website www.cphdistortion.dk
Download Festival is the world’s premier rock event that has seen some of most exciting bands in rock, pop punk, hardcore and metal perform on the sacred grounds of Donington Park, which has been associated with rock since the eighties.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-14 June
location Castle Donington, Donington Park
website downloadfestival.co.uk
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Live Nation UK
email info@downloadfestival.co.uk
organisation Nus/Nus ApS
email info@nusnus.dk
SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL
Classic rock, hard rock, metal and even some bluessomething for all tastes. Clean and neat, safe and secure. Ocean-near location, cozy grass hillsides and real lavatories. But most of all, a really friendly and good-natured atmosphere. Like one big family, with members from around 60 countries. The best audience in the world, quite frankly.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-6 June
location Blekinge, Sölvesburg website www.swedenrock.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Sweden Rock Festival email info@swedenrock.com
NORTHSIDE
NorthSide is an urban festival located within walking distance of downtown Aarhus, which works with the core values Innovation, Sustainability, and Music, and the festival is created in collaboration with its audience. Ecology and recycling are major parts of the festival alongside a strong an unique line-up. This has helped NorthSide to evolve into the third largest festival in Denmark attracting 35.000 people each year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 June
location Eskelunden, Aarhus website www.northside.dk
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Down The Drain email info@tinderbox.dk
SKIVE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 June
location Strandvejen, Skive website www.skivefestival.dk
FACTS type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Foreningen Skive Festival email info@skivefestival.dk
ELBJAZZ FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 June
location Hafen, Hamburg website www.elbjazz.de
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation ELBJAZZ GmbH email ahoi@elbjazz.de
ROCK AM RING
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 June
location Flugplatz Mendig/Vulkaneifel, Nürburgring website www.rock-am-ring.com email info@mlk.com
ROCK IM PARK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 June
location Zeppelinfeld, Nürnberg website www.rock-im-park.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation ARGO Konzerte GmbH email info@argo-konzerte.de
GREENFIELD FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 June
location Interlaken website www.greenfieldfestival.ch
FACTS
type Outdoor
email info@greenfieldfestival.ch
NOS PRIMAVERA SOUND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-14 June
location Parque da Cidade, Porto website www.nosprimaverasound.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Pic-Nic Produções email info@nosprimaverasound.com
NOVA ROCK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-14 June
location Pannonia Fields, Nickelsdorf website www.novarock.at
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Nova Music Entertainment GmbH
JECK EN DE CITY
Pop, Rock edition 4
JECK EN DE CITY – The Summer Carnival Experience! On 13 June 2026, Hückelhoven becomes the Rhineland’s ultimate open-air carnival. Over 7,000 fans celebrate bands such as Kasalla, Höhner, Räuber and Miljö. JECK
EN DE CITY channels Cologne Carnival into summer with high-energy live music, vibrant show elements, confetti and costumes—plus a dedicated après-ski stage. Loud, colorful and unmistakable: one of Germany’s most distinctive festival experiences.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Zum Alten Schacht, Hückelhoven website www.jeckendecity.de
FACTS
acts 17 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor price 49.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Electrisize GmbH email info@jeckendecity.de
booker Jeck en de City Artist Team booker email info@jeckendecity.de
Electrisize GmbH
HELLFEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-21 June
location Clisson website www.hellfest.fr email info@hellfest.fr
SÓNAR REYKJAVÍK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 June
location Barcelona website www.sonarreykjavik.com
FACTS
organisation Sonar Festival / Advanced Music email info@sonarreykjavik.com
THIS IS SKA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 June
location Wasserburg, Rosslau-Elbe website www.this-is-ska.de
FACTS
type Outdoor email info@this-is-ska.de
HURRICANE FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Since 1997, the Hurricane Festival takes place at the Eichenring in Scheeßel. Over the last years, the festival hosted internationally successful artists, well-known German acts and a big number of promising newcomers alike. Having its debut in 1999, the Southside Festival in the south of Germany is Hurricane’s twin offering the same artists from Rock, Alternative, Pop, Hip Hop and Electro in Neuhausen ob Eck.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 June
location Eichenring, Scheeßel website www.hurricane.de
FACTS
capacity 78,000 type Outdoor price 80.00 EUR avg. day
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
Christoph Eisenmenger
SOUTHSIDE FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Since 1999, the Southside Festival is the twin festival to the Hurricane Festival in northern Germany and takes place at the same weekend in Neuhausen ob Eck. Like its older brother, Southside presents well-known national and international acts and promising newcomers from Rock, Pop, Alternative and Hip Hop alike.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 June
location Take-Off Gewerbepark, Neuhausen ob Eck website www.southside.de
FACTS
capacity 60,000 type Outdoor
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
ROCK IN RIO LISSABON
Rock in Rio For A Better World is a vision of sustainability that runs through the entire culture of the event. From its foundation to the implementation of each of the festivals it has organised in Brazil, the United States of America, Spain and Portugal. In 2020, we publicly committed to sustainability goals for 2030, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-21 June
location Parque da Bela Vista, Lissabon
website www.rockinriolisboa.pt
type Outdoor
TINDERBOX
Tinderbox is one of Denmark’s largest music festivals. Every year it presents a star packed and broad lineup of international world artists, the best from the Danish music stage and electronic music, which blasts through the speakers on the explosive, electronic stage, Magicbox.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-27 June
location Tusindaarsskoven, Odense website www.tinderbox.dk
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Down The Drain Production email info@tinderbox.dk
OPENAIR ST.GALLEN
Folk, House, Pop, Rock, Urban
The OpenAir St.Gallen is one of the oldest festivals in Switzerland. It’s close to the city and it’s the second biggest festival in the German part of the country. The camping site is included in the festival area – no boundaries between sleeping and going to the shows. If you’re lucky you’ll be able to see your favourite band perform on stage while you’re relaxing in front of your tent. It is located in the valley of the river Sitter surrounded by trees - unique!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-28 June
location Sittertobel, St.Gallen
website www.openairsg.ch
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation OpenAir St.Gallen AG
email media@openairsg.ch
PROVINSSI
Metal, Pop, Rock
Since its beginning Provinssi has always presented both the hottest and freshest new acts as well as the biggest international and local superstars. Provinssi is known for its unique atmosphere, due to its closeness to the wild nordic nature and the river crossing through the festival grounds. During three fantastic days Provinssi is visited by a huge amount of people who enjoy music, art, Finnish summer and above all: the company of others.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-27 June
location Törnävänsaari, Seinäjoki website www.provinssi.fi
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer CTS Eventim
organisation Seinäjoki Festivals email info@provinssi.fi
booker Aino-Maria Paasivirta, Fullsteam Agency booker email aino-maria@fullsteam.fi
ROSKILDE FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, World ed. 54
With approximately 180 music acts performing across multiple stages, an extensive program of art and activism, and 130,000 passionate festival participants coming together for a full week, Denmark’s Roskilde Festival is among the most cutting-edge and unique festivals in the world. A position the independent and non-profit festival has held for more than five decades.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 June-4 July
location Roskilde website www.roskilde-festival.dk/en
FACTS
acts 180 capacity 85,000 type Outdoor ticketer Tickster
organisation Roskilde Festival Charity Society email info@roskilde-festival.dk booker email info@roskilde-festival.dk
HIDEOUT
Hideout will be celebrating by bringing the biggest names in electronic music across five packed festival days. Sitting along Croatia’s stunning Zrce Beach, five open-air venues will host the week-long party, with pool parties by day rolling through to headline shows right until the early hours of the morning. All of this, plus 12 boat parties, our famous beach party and much, much more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 June-3 July
location Zrce beach, Novalja website www.hideoutfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
email info@hideoutfestival.com
VAINSTREAM ROCKFEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 June
location Hawerkamp, Münster website www.vainstream.com
type Outdoor
OPEN’ER FESTIVAL
Experimental, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 23
One of the biggest festivals in Europe and a 4xEuropean Festival Awards winner for Best Major Festival, with over 140k visitors last year. Set against the stunning backdrop of Poland’s Baltic coast, throughout over 2 decades, it welcomed iconic headliners like Prince, Coldplay, Dua Lipa, Bruno Mars, Linkin Park, Kendrick Lamar,The Weeknd, Foo Fighters. In addition to a crossover line-up, Open’er combines music with other forms of art & culture, including theatre, exhibitions and installations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-4 July
location Gdynia-Kosakowo Airfield website www.opener.pl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 80,000 type Outdoor
price 65.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Alter Art Festival email kontakt@alterart.pl
booker Mikołaj Ziółkowski booker email kontakt@alterart.pl
DONAUINSELFEST
The “Donauinselfest” (Danube Island Festival) has become one of the largest open-air festivals in Europe. Thanks to the commitment of the organizers, the staff and the sponsoring partners, everyone can enjoy this event for free. Performances take place on the festival area at a length of 4.5 km on 13 different open-air stages and in 16 tented areas around the island. Besides local bands and DJs, many world-famous artists have performed since the establishment of the festival in 1984.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Donauinsel, Wien website www.donauinselfest.at
FACTS
acts 800 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Pro Event Team für Wien GmbH
email office@proevent.at
LES EUROCKÉENNES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-6 July
location Belfort website www.eurockeennes.fr
Andreas Jakwerth
MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Jazz, Latin, Pop, Rock edition 60
Founded in 1967, over the years the Montreux Jazz Festival has become an indispensable event for music fans in Switzerland and around the world. Its stages have been graced by all of music’s greats, from Miles Davis to Nina Simone and from David Bowie to Elton John. Whereas jazz constitutes the Festival’s historic core, other styles of music were quickly integrated.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-18 July
location Montreux Music & Convention Center, Montreux website www.montreuxjazzfestival.com
FACTS
acts 600 capacity 250,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ticketcorner
organisation Foundation du Festival de Jazz de Montreux email info@mjf.ch
MAIN SQUARE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location La Citadelle, Arras website www.mainsquarefestival.fr
RUISROCK
Hiphop, Metal, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 55
Ruisrock is one of the oldest and leading cultural events in Finland. We take our visitors on a journey to another world full of joy, friendship and freedom. Ruisrock takes place in the beautiful island of Ruissalo in the city of Turku. The headliners of the recent years include Playboi Carti, Camila Cabello, The Chainsmokers, Megan Thee Stallion, Martin Garrix, Skrillex, Travis Scott, The 1975, Lil Nas X to mention a few. Ruisrock exists to make the world a happier and more joyful place.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Ruissalo Park, Turku website www.ruisrock.fi
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 35,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Tiketti
organisation Vantaan Festivaalit Oy email ruisrock@ruisrock.fi
Saara
Autere
RUHR-IN-LOVE
Dance, Hardcore, Hardstyle, House, Techno
Festival of the “electronic music family”: Open-air event during the day. 35 colourful and imaginatively designed floors are presented by various major players of the scene (clubs, event organisers, record labels, booking agencies, radio stations etc.). The Center-Stage features international headliners. The AfterParties: from 10pm in about 10 clubs and party locations all over North Rhine-Westphalia.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location OlgaPark, Oberhausen
website www.ruhr-in-love.de
FACTS
acts 350 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
ticketer myticket
organisation I-Motion GmbH
email info@ruhr-in-love.de
MAD COOL FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-11 July
location Madrid
website www.madcoolfestival.es
POHODA FESTIVAL
Classic, Dance, Experimental, Hiphop, Rock
“Jubilant three days where the feel-good vibes are reflected by a stellar, diverse lineup. Guests are treated like family, and there is truly something for everyone.” - The Independent
Pohoda is a music and arts festival with an international acclaim, where alternative, indie, electronica, world music & punk meet classical; alongside literature, dance, visual art, film and theatre.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-11 July
location Airport Trencín, Trencín website www.pohodafestival.sk/en
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
organisation Pohoda Festival email office@pohodafestival.sk
booker Michal Kašcák
edition 10
booker email michal@pohodafestival.sk
Pohoda/Ondrej Koš�ík
ELECTRIC LOVE FESTIVAL
Dance, Dubstep, Hardcore, Hardstyle, Hard techno
Electric Love Festival will take place from July 9–11, 2026, at Salzburgring, Austria, promising an unforgettable experience amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Fuschlsee region. Over 200 artists across seven stages will ensure musical diversity – from EDM to Hard Techno, Hard Dance, Bass Music, Hip-Hop, and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-11 July
location Salzburgring, Salzburg website www.electriclove.at
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 180,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Electric Love GmbH & Co KG email info@electriclove.at
BILBAO BBK LIVE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-11 July
location Kobetamendi, Bilbao website www.bilbaobbklive.com email press@lasttour.org
NOS ALIVE
Since 2007, NOS Alive has established itself as one of the best festivals on the European circuit, having been considered the most reputable music event of 2022 and with great prominence in several national media and international. It was the stage for memorable concerts by bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Pearl Jam, Coldplay, Sam Smith, Grace Jones, Metallica, The Weeknd, Stromae, Lizzo, Rage Against The Machine, Radiohead, Florence + the Machine, Green Day, Neil Young or Bob Dylan.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-11 July
location Passeio Marítimo de Algés, Oeiras, Lissabon website www.nosalive.com email geral@everythingisnew.pt
ULTRA EUROPE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Split website www.ultraeurope.com
FACTS type Outdoor email info@ultraeurope.com
WIRELESS FESTIVAL
Urban
Wireless is the sound of London. It has cemented itself as the home of grime, hip-hop, rap and R&B music in the UK and champions the biggest and best upcoming acts in urban music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Finsbury Park, London website www.wirelessfestival.co.uk
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festival Republic email finsburypark@wirelessfestival.co.uk
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GURTENFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-18 July
location Bern website www.gurtenfestival.ch
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Migros email info@gurtenfestival.ch
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COLOURS OF OSTRAVA
Experimental, Jazz, Pop, Rock, World
An international, multi-genre music festival organised annually since 2002. The festival is held in the city center of Ostrava on the site of a former metallurgical works, mines and ironworks. Over 350 events are ranging from bands, DJs, films, open discussions, workshops, theatre, poetry, to art installations. MELTINGPOT - the largest live multidisciplinary discussion platform in Europe provides a modern platform for discussion and exchange of innovative ideas in various field.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-18 July
location Dolni Vitkovice, Ostrava website www.colours.cz
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 53,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 200.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Colour Production email informace@colours.cz
booker Pavla Slivova
booker email pavla@colours.cz
ELECTRIC CASTLE
Experimental, Hiphop, Minimal, Pop, Rock
A 5-day music festival that takes place on the amazing domain of Banffy Castle in Romania.
Electric Castle shakes up the way people interact with a festival by combing an eclectic musical lineup with arts, technology and a visually innovative concept.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-19 July
location Bánffy Castle, Cluj website www.electriccastle.com
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
organisation SC Electricity Project SRL email contact@electriccastle.ro
booker Edmond Lenarth
booker email edmond.lenarth@electriccastle.ro
FESTIVAL INTERNACIONAL DE BENICÀSSIM (FIB)
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-18 July
location Castellón, Benicássim website www.fiberfib.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
email INFO@FIBERFIB.COM
G! FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-18 July
location Gøtusandur, Syðrugøta website www.gfestival.com email info@gfestival.com
LES VIEILLES CHARRUES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-19 July
location Kerampuilh Carhaix-Plouguer website www.vieillescharrues.asso.fr
email info@vieillescharrues.asso.fr
Arttu Kokkonen / Ilosaarirock
ILOSAARIROCK
Dance, Metal, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter ed. 54
Ilosaarirock, known locally as the best weekend of the summer, takes place in Joensuu, Finland from the 17th to the 19th of July, 2026.
Ilosaarirock is much loved and treasured by both its organiser and guests, bringing together a crowd of about 70 000 people annually for one happy, lively and openminded weekend of music, arts and joyous festival fun.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-19 July
location Laulurinne, Joensuu website www.ilosaarirock.fi
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 78,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Ilosaarirock Oy email info@ilosaarirock.fi
booker Panu Hattunen
booker email panu@ilosaarirock.fi -
PAROOKAVILLE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-19 July
location Airport Weeze website www.parookaville.com
FACTS
type Outdoor email press@parookaville.com
SEA YOU FESTIVAL
Located in one of Germany’s warmest places, you can expect a unique festival landscape with a beautiful lake and lots of special features—only here with us at the Tunisee (near Freiburg im Breisgau). Be there when it’s time for Beach Republic in July 2026 and spend an unforgettable summer weekend with your friends!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-19 July
location Tunisee, Freiburg website www.seayou-festival.de
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation togis
PALÉO FESTIVAL NYON
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban, World
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-26 July
location Plaine de l’Asse, Nyon website www.paleo.ch
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Secutix
organisation Paléo Arts & Spectacles email info@paleo.ch
BENATSKÁ! S IMPULSEM
DAS FEST KARLSRUHE
DAS FEST, one of the largest open-air events in Germany, has been taking place in Karlsruhe’s Günther-Klotz-Park since 1985. From its beginnings as a small openair festival, over the years DAS FEST has become a favourite event for fans from Karlsruhe and far beyond with some 220,000 visitors every year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
edition 32
Benátská! s Impulsem is the oldest mainstream festival in Czech republic.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-26 July
location Sportovní areál Vesec, Liberec website www.benatska.cz
FACTS
capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price 55.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Ticketportal
organisation První festivalová s.r.o. email produkce@benatska.cz
date 23-26 July
location Günther-Klotz-Anlage, Karlsruhe website www.dasfest.de
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Karlsruhe Marketing und Event GmbH email info@dasfest.net
ARENAL SOUND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-2 August
location Playa de El Arenal, Burriana (Castellon) website www.arenalsound.com
type Outdoor
email info@arenalsound.com
LATITUDE FESTIVAL
WACKEN OPEN AIR
Comedy, Dance, Literature, Pop, Singer-Songwriter
Latitude, the pioneering, award-winning festival bursts with the very best from Music and the Arts; wander from Film to Music, Comedy to Literature and Theatre to Poetry in the stunning setting of Henham Park in the Suffolk countryside.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-26 July
location Henham Park, Suffolk website www.latitudefestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festival Republic email info@latitudefestival.co.ukSarah Koury | Festival Republic
LOVE FAMILY PARK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 July
location Rüsselsheim am Main website www.lovefamilypark.com
type Outdoor
organisation Cosmopop email wir@cosmopop.biz
edition 30
Featuring: Scorpions, Amon Amarth, Blind Guardian, Mayhem, Watain, Pain, Beast In Black, Bury Tomorrow, Blues Pills, Knorkator, Sonata Arctica, Motionless In White, Unleash The Archers, Sick Of It All, The Warning, Red Fang, The Black Daliah Murder, Ankor, Primordial, Flotsam & Jetsam, Xandria, Soil, Emil Bulls, Vio-Lence, Wolf, Exumer, Vreid, Brutus, Ignea, John Coffey, Asagraum and many more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 July-1 August
location Hauptstraße 47, Wacken website www.wacken.com
FACTS
type Indoor email headquarter@wacken.com
BESTIVAL
We want campers to be prepared to travel to new dimensions and festival galaxies as we head to the fields for four days of incredible family fun next summer. From aliens, astronauts, planets and stars, Camp Bestival Dorset’s ‘Intergalactic, Aliens and Space’ theme will transform the grounds of Lulworth Castle into an other-worldly cosmos for an out of this world festival experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-2 August
location Dorset, East Lulworth website dorset.campbestival.net
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation -
CIRCUIT FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-9 August
location Barcelona website www.circuitfestival.net
organisation Matinée Group email info@matineegroup.com
NATURE ONE
Hardcore, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Trance
Germany’s most traditional outdoor festival for electronic music celebrates! Over 350 DJs and live acts. 4 main floors and 18 “clubfloors” on the former missile base Pydna (near Kastellaun). Bungee jumping, fireworks, laser show and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-2 August
location Raketenbasis Pydna, Kastellaun/Hunsrück website www.nature-one.de
FACTS
acts 350 capacity 65,000 type Outdoor
ticketer myticket
organisation I-Motion GmbH
email info@nature-one.de
POL’AND’ROCK FESTIVAL
Folk, Hardcore, Metal, Reggae, Rock edition 32
One of the most unique rock festivals in the world, Pol’and’Rock will be celebrating its 32nd anniversary! The free three-day event, always held at the end of July or the beginning of August in Western Poland, attracts masses of people from all over Europe. Its organizer, the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity, is one of the biggest and most respected charity foundations in Poland, whose mission it is to provide Polish children’s hospitals with state-of-the-art medical equipment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-1 August
location Czaplinek
website en.polandrockfestival.pl
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 500,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation email wosp@wosp.org.pl
booker Bartek Stolarek
booker email b.stolarek@wosp.org.pl
Igor
Kohutnicki
BRUTAL ASSAULT
Experimental, Hardcore, Metal, Rock
A unique, multi-genre line-up of 130 artists, breaking down barriers and boundaries! A fresh mix of ug’ talents and stellar headliners in 4 days spread over 5 stages in a diverse festival grounds in an 18th century military fortress!
An extensive chill-out zone, a natural stand opposite the main stages, underground catacombs, art galleries, horror cinema, plenty of seating inside the fortress walls, czech beers, gastro-experiences and many other attractions.
A new level of dark arts experience!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-8 August
location Fortress Josefov, Jaromer website www.brutalassault.cz
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor organisation Brutal Assault Agency s.r.o. email info@brutalassault.com
TAUBERTAL-FESTIVAL
In the heart of the ‚Taubertal‘ valley, with the backdrop of the beautiful medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the Eiswiese‘ provides an exceptional site for an open air festival. As well as the great location, this event is genuinely different from other open air events. As we are limited by the natural amphitheatre of the site, for us, it is a question of: ’size does not matter; it`s what you do with it.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 August
location Eiswiese, Rothenburg ob der Tauber website www.taubertal-festival.de
acts 45 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor organisation Konzert-Agentur-Rothenburg GmbH email info@konzert-agentur-rothenburg.de
MALMÖFESTIVALEN
The Malmo Festival is the warm, friendly and sustainable festival taking place durring eight days, every August since 1985. Right in the heart of the city you will experience everything from groundbreaking music, art and culture to a variety of food that reflects the intercultural vibes and people of Malmö. With over one million visits per year the festival is one of the largest in Scandinavia. Everyone is welcome and the festival has free entrance!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-14 August
location City, Malmö website www.malmofestivalen.se
FACTS
acts 600 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation City of Malmö, Real Estate, Streets and parks department, Event division
email malmofestivalen@malmo.se
UNTOLD FESTIVAL
Dance, Dubstep, Hiphop, Pop, Techno
UNTOLD Festival is an electronic dance music festival in the middle of the biggest student city of Romania: Cluj-Napoca. The festival is all about experience, with lots of visual effects, fireworks and other spectaculair stuff lighting up a big stadium. Every electronic genre is represented, with stages dedicated to the likes of techno, drum & bass/dubstep, trance and more. The Romanian event welcomes 75.000 visitors every day.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 August
location Cluj Arena, Cluj-Napoca website www.untold.com
FACTS
acts 145 capacity 75,000 type Outdoor
organisation SHARE Cluj-Napoca Federation
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SONNE MOND STERNE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Saalburgbeach website www.sonnemondsterne.de -
ELECTRISIZE
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno
Stunning stage designs & the very best in dance music, techno, hardstyle & party sounds. 3 festival days, 4 camping nights, 7 stages & more than 120 artists – and yet a festival of short ways and togetherness. Electrisize is located close to the Dutch border & idyllically situated between fields & an old monastery. Established in 2009, some of the most famous DJs have become members of the Electrisize family over the last 14 years - from Avicii & Don Diablo to Nicky Romero & Oliver Heldens.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location near Düsseldorf, Erkelenz website www.electrisize.de
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 55,000 type Outdoor
price 39.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Electrisize GmbH email info@electrisize.de
booker Electrisize Artist Team booker email info@electrisize.de
OFF FESTIVAL
Experimental, Hiphop, Rock, Techno, World
We launched OFF Festival not to win friends, but to intrigue and inspire people and to provoke discussion. The history of our Festival is made up of hundreds, perhaps thousands of testimonies to the fact that music changes people. People, in turn, change the world. OFF Festival is more than just a musical event, it’s a way of life, one that flies in the face of current trends and stays true to itself, and the ethos of organiser Artur Rojek is firmly aimed at supporting new and ambitious music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Dolina Trzech Stawów, Katowice website www.off-festival.pl
FACTS type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Fundacja Independent email info@off-festival.pl -
M’ERA LUNA
Gothic, Metal, Rock
Gothic fans from all over the world gather annually in Hildesheim/Drispenstedt to spend a weekend among like-minded people. They enjoy music ranging from Gothic and electro to medieval and rock, the fancy stalls and shopping opportunities, the medieval market, the fashion show, and most importantly the relaxed atmosphere among friends.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 August
location Flugplatz Hildesheim / Drispenstedt website www.meraluna.de
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 25,000 type Outdoor price 50.00 EUR avg. day
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
Frank Embacher
SHUTDOWN FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle
A finished but never activated nuclear power plant is for sure a worldwide phenomena! Equally incomparable is the breath-taking scenery of the power plant, situated next to the Danube in the middle of endless green fields in Lower Austria. No doubt that this is one of the most extraordinary venues for an outdoor hard dance festival. Shutdown Festival combines Mainstage - Hardcore - Freestyle/Early - Raw - Uptempo/Terror (5 Stages) – the hard dance community gathers here in Zwentendorf.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 August
location Nuclear Power Plant Zwentendorf website www.shutdownfestival.at
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Independent Event GmbH
email info@shutdownfestival.at
SZIGET FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, World
Sziget Festival is one of the biggest multicultural events of Europe. The 6-day festival attracts more than 500.000 fans from all over the world to a beautiful island in the heart of Budapest. Not only the best international music artists perform here, the festival also offers an extensive side program with circus, theater, dance, film, sports, comedy, workshops and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-15 August
location Óbudai island, Budapest website www.szigetfestival.com
FACTS
capacity 500,000 type Outdoor price 269.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Sziget Cultural Management -
ØYAFESTIVALEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-15 August
location Toyenparken, Oslo website www.oyafestivalen.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Øyafestivalen email info@oyafestivalen.com -
WAY OUT WEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 August
location Slottsskogen, Göteborg website www.wayoutwest.se
type Outdoor email info@wayoutwest.se
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SONUS FESTIVAL
Picture a small, sunny island just off the coast of Croatia. Imagine your favourite artists playing open air, just a few steps away from the beach. Envision yourself taking a dip in the crystal clear Adriatic Sea in between parties. Sounds like a dream? Well, at Sonus it all comes true: Your perfect summer rave adventure happens right on the shores of Pag Island.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-20 August
location Pag Island
website www.sonus-festival.com
type Indoor+Outdoor
SUMMER BREEZE OPEN AIR
Hardcore, Metal, Rock
SUMMER BREEZE Open Air is approaching its 25th anniversary. For the 16th time in a row already, the metallic breeze will blow in beautiful Dinkelsbuehl, Germany from August 14th to 17th. As usual, this year’s SUMMER BREEZE will take place over four days on the Aeroclub Dinkelsbuehl airfield between Sinbronn and Illenschwang.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-15 August
location Flugplatz Sinbronn, Dinkelsbühl website www.summer-breeze.de
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor
organisation Silverdust GmbH email mail@silverdust.de
LA CABARET VERT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-23 August
location Square Bayard, Charleville-Mézières website www.cabaretvert.com email info@cabaretvert.com
FLOW FESTIVAL
Experimental, Jazz, Pop, Techno, World
One of the leading boutique festivals in Europe, Flow Festival, is celebrated in Helsinki’s Suvilahti. Flow presents an international and high-quality program made of the brightest stars in pop and indie, the biggest names in DJ and club music, and a wide-ranging collection of experimental arts and music. Flow is known for its stellar restaurant selection, extensive responsibility program, and unique post-industrial festival site. The festival will host around 150 artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 August
location Suvilahti, Helsinki website www.flowfestival.com
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 90,000 type Outdoor
organisation Flow Festival Oy email office@flowfestival.com
booker Booking team
booker email booking@flowfestival.com
HIGHFIELD FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Highfield is the biggest indie rock festival in eastern Germany. The festival grounds are located on the peninsula of Magdeborn on the shores of the Störmthal lake in the municipality of Großpösna next to Leipzig. The area offers plenty of space for three days of live concerts of national and international acclaim. The camping area is equally spacious and offers many lodging possibilities. Additionally, the festival also boasts its own beach, making it truly unforgettable.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 August
location Störmthaler See, Grosspösna / Leipzig website www.highfield.de
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 35,000 type Outdoor
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
Frank Embacher
MS DOCKVILLE FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Literature, Pop, Rock
Every year, MS DOCKVILLE Festival combines music and art in a very special atmosphere in the harbour of Hamburg. More than 140 acts – DJs, bands and soloartists – and a diverse program of workshops, performances, readings and other non-musical happenings entertain the visitors. The festival site is artful and unique at the same time, a figurehead of Hamburgs and Germanys vibrant indie culture.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-15 August
location Hamburg
website www.msdockville.de
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 60,000 type Outdoor
organisation Kopf & Steine GmbH email presse@kopfundsteine.de
FM4 FREQUENCY FESTIVAL
With an average attenDANCE of about 50.000 folks per festival day, the FM4 Frequency in St. Pölten is one of the biggest music festivals in Austria. After last years amazing shows from acts like Gorillaz, Imagine Dragons, Macklemore, Die Antwoord, Bastille, Kaleo and many more, Frequency 2026 will kill it again with an awesome line-up. The DAY- and NIGHTPARK offer more than 16 hours of music on 7 different stages on every festival day. Come and join the madness!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-22 August
location Green Park, St. Pölten
website www.frequency.at type Indoor+Outdoor
ROCK EN SEINE
For nearly 20 years, Rock en Seine has been one of the biggest dates on the French music summer calendar and it’s one of the great unmissable European festivals. With a daily capacity for 40,000 festival-goers, Rock en Seine brings together some of the best international pop and rock acts, with emblematic headliners and the best newcomers in an ideal setting: the beautiful Domaine de Saint-Cloud
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-30 August
location Domaine National de Saint-Cloud, Paris website www.rockenseine.com/en
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Rock en Seine
Marvin
Contessi
LEEDS FESTIVAL
Dance, Metal, Pop, Rock, Urban
The infamous Reading & Leeds Festival is heralded as the best music show on the planet. With the most revered artists from across the globe playing each year across the August Bank Holiday weekend, it is a genuine rite of passage for discerning music lovers everywhere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-30 August
location Bramham Park, Leeds website www.leedsfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festival Republic email info@leedsfestival.com
booker Jon Mcildowie
READING FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Metal, Pop, Rock
The infamous Reading & Leeds Festival is heralded as the best music show on the planet. With the most revered artists from across the globe playing each year across the August Bank Holiday weekend, it is a genuine rite of passage for discerning music lovers everywhere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-30 August
location Richfield Avenue, Reading website www.readingfestival.co.uk
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festival Republic email info@readingfestival.com
DIMENSIONS FESTIVAL
Underground electronic music in an enclave on the Adriatic. Taking place at the Garden Resort, Tisno
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-31 August
location The Garden Resort, Tisno website www.dimensionsfestival.com organisation NVS PROMOTIONS email info@dimensionsfestival.com
Lewis
Evans
Festival Republic
Sarah Koury
Festival Republic
ELECTRIC PICNIC
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-30 August
location Stradbally Hall, County Laois
website www.electricpicnic.ie
type Outdoor
email enquiries@festivalrepublic.com
SYNDICATE
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Syndicate is Gemany’s leader in harder styles. Powered by the noise of hardcore, hardstyle and hard techno it attracts over 18.000 ambassadors each year. With the Westfalen-hallen complex as savage stronghold, Syndicate is the country’s largest summit of noise.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 October
location Westfalenhallen, Dortmund website www.syndicate-festival.de
FACTS
capacity 18,000 type Indoor
organisation I-Motion GmbH & Art of Dance email info@syndicate-festival.de
RENCONTRES TRANS MUSICALES FESTIVAL
Dance, Experimental, Pop, Rock, World edition 46
Since 1979 the Trans Musicales festival has been the place to discover new music and unknown sounds, a musical trip where people discover an artistic melting pot from all around the world. Today it is one of the most significant musical events in Europe, attended by more than 60.000 people each year and greeted by media and music industry professionals from all continents.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-6 December
location Parc Expo, Rennes website www.lestrans.com
FACTS acts 100 capacity 60,000 type Indoor
organisation Association Trans Musicales email info@lestrans.com
booker Jean-Louis Brossard
booker email progart@lestrans.com
Alexis Janicot
18HRS
House, Techno
Just like the name implies, 18hrs is an 18 hour festival; making it the longest single-day festival of the Netherlands! Die-hard festival lovers can enjoy multiple genres of electronic music. Taking over an old factory at Zaandam harbour, 18hrs will be split between outdoor stages and indoor stages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Taets, Zaandam website www.18hrsfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 7,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
A FESTIVAL
DOWNTOWN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Rotterdam
website www.afestivaldowntown.com
organisation Chasing the Hihat email info@festivaldowntown.nl
AMF
Dance
The biggest indoor festival in the world will return in 2026. AMF is known for bringing the world’s biggest DJs together in the Johan Cruijff ArenA year after year. The pre-registration is open as of right now, visit amf-festival.com!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam website www.amf-festival.com
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 40,000 type Indoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation ALDA email info@aldalive.com
booker Ellen booker email info@aldalive.com
AURORA FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Groningen website www.peterdegrotefestival.nl
organisation Stichting Peter de Grote Festival email info@peterdegrotefestival.nl
Brian
Lubking
AMF (AMSTERDAM MUSIC FESTIVAL)
Together we own the night! AMF is Amsterdam’s biggest indoor music festival during the Amsterdam Dance Event.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location John Cruijff Arena, Amsterdam website www.amf-festival.com
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation ALDA B.V. email info@alda.nl
AMSTERDAM OPEN AIR
Amsterdam Open Air will return to our beloved Gaasperpark. This summer, the city will be our canvas. The frontrunners of Amsterdam nightlife will join forces to create a musical and cultural adventure, where Amsterdam’s creative fashion, music, and artistic souls will melt into the ever-fascinating Collaboration of Friends.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Gaasperpark, Amsterdam website www.amsterdamopenair.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Air Events BV email support@amsterdamopenair.nl
AMSTERDAM ROOTS FESTIVAL
Amsterdam Roots Festival is a multi disciplinary festival in Amsterdam with artistic talent emerging from the exciting middle ground between tradition and innovation. It is especially in this overlapping area that cross-overs between cultures and styles spark to life. The festival has a long history of big names and innovating collaborations. It has grown in its diversity and has become one of the most intriguing and exciting music festivals in the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam website www.amsterdamroots.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Amsterdam Roots email info@amsterdamroots.nl
ANYWAVE
Anywave has been around since the early 1980s. Back then, the idea came about through a number of regional musicians who traveled every year to the famous Pinkpop festival. Since there are so many local bands on the island, a festival on Schouwen-Duiveland should also be possible, was the idea. Anywave burst onto the scene with eleven local artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Poppodium Brogum, Zierikzee website www.anywave.nl
organisation Brogum email info@brogum.nl
AWAKENINGS EINDHOVEN (BY DAY & BY NIGHT)
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.awakenings.com
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Monumental Productions email info@awakenings.nl
BACCHUS WIJNFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Het Amsterdamse Bos, Amstelveen website www.bacchuswijnfestival.nl organisation Bacchus Wijnfestival email bacchus@bacchuswijnfestival.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Park Transwijk, Utrecht website www.bevrijdingsfestivalutrecht.nl
type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Bevrijdingsfestival Utrecht email contact@bevrijdingsfestivalutrecht.nl
BAROEG OPEN AIR
BEATZ & BANDZ SUMMERFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Rijhal Hoogveld, Lottum website www.beatzandbandz.nl
organisation OJC Canix
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Gothic, Hardcore, Metal, Rock, Techno
Baroeg Open Air is a festival in Rotterdam that specializes in hard and alternative music with genres like metal, hardcore, stoner, punk, rock ’n roll and progrock, but also wave, drum ‘n bass, electro and industrial.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zuiderpark, Rotterdam website www.baroegopenair.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 12,500 type Outdoor
price 20.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting Baroeg Open Air email info@baroeg.nl booker Leon van Rijnsbergen booker email leon@baroeg.nl
Martijn
Berlage
BEKKERVELDFESTIVAL
Dance, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Park Bekkerveld, Heerlen website www.bekkerveldfestival.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
BIGGG FESTIVAL
Blues, Jazz, Latin, Nederlandstalig, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Scheltema, Leiden website www.biggg.nl
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Biggg Festival email info@prokwadraat.nl
BLOMMENKINDERSFESTIVAL
Blues, Pop
Music festival with live performances on 4 stages from bands and artists with music from the 60’s to 90’s.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Vrouwenhofpark, Roosendaal website www.blommenkinders.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Stichting Blommenkinders email info@blommenkinders.nl
BOSJESFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Landgoed Zonnestraal, Hilversum website www.bosjesfestival.nl
organisation Stichting Bosjesfestival email info@bosjesfestival.nl
BLUESFESTIVAL DELFT
Blues, Roots
The biggest indoor bluesfestival in The Netherlands with approx. 60 shows in 30 clubs and cafés. Highlights from previous editions include: Barrelhouse, Danny Bryant, BluesBones, Ed & the Gators, Jan Akkerman, Keith Dunn, Magic Frankie, Boo Boo Davis, Julian Sas, Doghouse Sam, Boogie Beastsl, Fat Harry and many others.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location City center, Delft website www.delftblues.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 25,000 type Indoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Horeca Muziekfestivals Delft email info@bluesther.nl
booker Esther Menke booker email info@bluesther.nl
BLUESROCK FESTIVAL DE DOOLHOF
Blues, Classic, Country, Rock, Roots edition 4
Bluesrock Festival, the annual festival in open-air theatre De Doolhof in Tegelen, is one of the oldest and bestknown blues festivals in the Netherlands. Even when it rains, there’s no need to worry, as the giant roof serves as an umbrella!
Highlights from previous editions include:
Jimmie Vaughan, Joe Bonamassa, Rory Gallagher, Walter Trout, Canned Heat, Hank lll, Gov’t Mule, Popa Chubby, Cuby+Blizzards, Dana Fuchs and The Paladins.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Openluchttheater De Doolhof, Tegelen website www.bluesrockfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 7 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor price 42.90 EUR avg. day ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Buro Pinkpop email info@dedoolhof.nl
booker Mojo Concerts booker email info@mojo.nl
Rene
Bradwolff
BOOTHSTOCK
Dance, House, Minimal, Techno, Urban
Boothstock is the biggest dance festival in Rotterdam. We celebrate all kinds of electronic music at strikingly designed DJ booths hosten by (inter)national labels, mixed with crazy entertainment. The newest names in the scene back-to-back with living legends, in the legendary woods of Kralingen!
For highlights from previous editions, check our website, boothstock.com.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kralingse Bos, Rotterdam website www.boothstock.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation JMR Event Makers and Earth Concepts email info@jmr.nl
BOSSPOT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Bosbad, Amersfoort website www.bosspot.nl
FACTS type Outdoor
organisation Kultlab email info@kultlab.nl
BRANDERSFEESTEN
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
The Brandersfeesten are an annual event in the South Holland city of Schiedam, and are held in the last weekend of the month of September. Besides activities like a market, port activities and kids zone are various music stages and catering squares throughout the city centre with something for every musical taste. From Hollandse hits to pop, dance to rock.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Centrum, Schiedam website www.brandersfeesten.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 150,000 type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Brandersfeesten email info@brandersfeesten.nl
booker John booker email info@brandersfeesten.nl
BROKKENBAL
Comedy, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig
BURST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Green Valley Estate, Deurne website www.brokkenbal.com
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 2,500 type Indoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Brokkenbal email marcom@voergroepzuid.nl
booker Frans Stevens
booker email frans@baroef.nl
CASTELLUMPOP
During the annual horse market in Valkenburg Z-H you can enjoy great music on the square.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Castellumplein, Valkenburg ZH website www.castellumpop.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free organisation Castellumpop email info@castellumpop.nl
House, Techno
In 2026, BURST is back for another edition! One stage, one collective energy, no distractions, just pure immersion. BURST is all about the point of no return: stepping in and letting go together. With a no-phone policy, it’s not about capturing the moment, it’s about living it: side by side on the dance floor.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Meerpark, Amsterdam website www.loveland.nl/van-oranje
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Loveland Events email info@loveland.nl
DE AVOND VAN ANDIJK
edition 19
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Festivalterrein Kleingouw, Andijk website www.deavondvanandijk.nl/informatie
type Outdoor
DAG VAN DE ROMANTISCHE MUZIEK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Het Park, Rotterdam
website www.dagvanderomantischemuziek.nl
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Cultuurbrigade
email info@cultuurbrigade.nl
CRAZY SEXY COOL
Hiphop, House, Latin, Pop, Urban
I’t crazy, sexy and cool! Experience Urban, Techhouse, Pop & Afrobeats at the most colourful festival of Rotterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zuiderpark, Rotterdam
website www.crazysexycoolfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation The Zoo Events/ TRW Events
email info@thezooevents.nl
booker Wesley Schless
booker email wesley@trwevents.com
DANCE VALLEY
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno
Dance Valley was the first festival in the world to bring dance music from the darkness of night into the light of a daytime event. Ever since that first edition in 1995, Dance Valley represents the bustling scene by hosting multiple areas with each their own sound and subgenre. Combined with its world-renowned stage designs and eclectic entertainment, Dance Valley always gives its visitors an epic and unforgettable experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Velsen Zuid
website www.dancevalley.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Allin Promotions
email info@dancevalley.nl
DE NACHT VAN DE KAAP
Blues, Comedy, Jazz, Pop
De Nacht van de Kaap (Night of the Cape) is a night that honours the glorious history of Katendrecht as the home of pirates, sailors and a red light district. Songs, theatre performances and stories about life (of the sea) will make visitors feel they’ve gone back in time! On the main stage, the colourful history of the Cape will come back to life with legendary Dutch songs, live music and great acts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oude Luxor, Rotterdam
website www.denachtvandekaap.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer
organisation JMR Event Makers
email info@jmr.nl
DELFT CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Classic, Literature edition 28
The Delft Chamber Music Festival has acquired a unique position on the Dutch festival scene thanks to the high quality of its concerts and its summery, intimate setting. Nino will invite the absolute cream of the international crop of classical-music stars to participate in this yearly chamber music event.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Delft
website www.delftmusicfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 5,300 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Nationale Theaterkassa
organisation Delft Festival Chamber Music Festival
email contact@delftmusicfestival.nl
DEKMANTEL FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.dekmantel.com
organisation Dekmantel
Ronald Knapp
DEVENTER STADSFESTIVAL
Het Deventer Stadsfestival is an authentic music festival that combines good food, music (four stages) and good vibes.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Evenemententerrein Deventer, Deventer website www.deventerstadsfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Deventer Stadsfestival email info@deventerstadsfestival.nl
booker Maurice Endeman
booker email info@deventerstadsfestival.nl
DICKENS FESTIJN DEVENTER
The 19th century of Charles Dickens relives in the picturesque Bergkwartier in Deventer. More than 950 characters from the famous books of Dickens will come to life. Vagabonds are begging, thieves are stealing. You smell the punch, puffed potatoes and roasted chestnuts. Wealthy ladies and gentlemen with top hats parade in the historical streets and Christmas Carol Singers go from door to door.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Bergkwartier, Deventer
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Events dEVENTer email info@eventsdeventer.nl
EASTER JAZZ FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Nijmegen-Oost website www.festivalsinoost.nl
Sander
Korvemaker
DOCKYARD FESTIVAL
ADE
House, Techno
DRAAIMOLEN FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Draaimolen Festival will return to the beautiful MOB Complex with another killer line-up, stunning stage designs and multiple art projects. There will be new hosting partners joining us and some very familiar faces who became part of the family over the past few years will return yet again...
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
Caught between land and water, Dockyard radiates a sturdy yet derelict character- raw and full of energy. An industrial conflagration of techno, tech-house, and house music rumbling over the horizon, settling in 2026 again on the Havenpark in Amsterdam. We turn our music-hungry faces towards Amsterdam Dance Event in October of 2026, eager for the excitement of the crowd and the beating of the bass; the electric tingle down your spine as the high-hat raps,and a resounding clap!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam website www.dockyardfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
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location M.O.B. complex, Tilburg website www.draaimolen.nu
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Draaimolen Festival b.v. email info@draaimolen.nu
EFFENAAR ‘T WASVEN
On three Sundays, the Effenaar turns take the enchanting piece of Eindhoven to another level. Enjoy the music with your friends and flip flops.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Fuzz Club, Eindhoven website www.effenaar.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation De Effenaar email info@effenaar.nl
EEF EINDELOOS EILAND FESTIVAL
Blues, Classic, Comedy, Country
Multidisciplinair art festival with music, theatre, Acrovativ, Dance, performance art.
DRIFT FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Drift Festival is an electronic music festival in Nijmegen that’s about more than just dancing. It’s a fusion of music, art, and experience. Spread across several stages, with a mix of established names and rising talent, Drift delivers a wide range of electronic sounds: from house to energetic techno and everything in between.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location NYMA-terrein, Nijmegen website www.driftfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Drift om te dansen B.V. email communicatie@driftomtedansen.nl
Foto: Sander van de Ven
EENDRACHT FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Eendrachtsplein, Rotterdam website www.eendrachtfestival.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Eendrachtfestival
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FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Galgendijk 2 4484 NH kortgene website www.eeffestival.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 500 type Outdoor
organisation Eindeloos Eiland Festival EEF email Voorzitter@eeffestival.nl
booker Manuela Feanke booker email Productie@eeffestival.nl
EINDHOVEN METAL MEETING
One of the longest running, darkest and best metal festival in the Lowlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Effenaar, Eindhoven website www.eindhovenmetalmeeting.com
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Effenaar email info@effenaar.nl
ELECTRONIC PICNIC FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Hiphop, House, Techno
For more than a decade Electronic Picnic Festival is a yearly Dance Festival in Purmerend. With more than 40 artists and DJ’s spread over 3 area’s. Offcourse we have a huge Picnic area with some of the tastiest foodtrucks.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Markthal, Purmerend website www.electronicpicnic.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor
ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation Electronic Picnic BV email electronicpicnic@mothermusic.nl
booker Glenn Beense
booker email info@b-bass.nl
EO JONGERENDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website beam.eo.nl/eo-jongerendag
organisation Evangelische Omroep
ELEKTRUM FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Intents Festival & WiSH Outdoor join forces with an unprecedented collaboration to create a unique harder styles experience: Elektrum Festival! Hidden in the Mysterious Velder Woods a magical city will arise. With over 50 hardstyle, raw, hardcore, classics & uptempo artists on multiple stages. The creative minds of WiSH Outdoor and Intents Festival melt together to create eye-blinding shows and mindblowing light art between the trees. So get ready to witness something extraordinary.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Velder Woods, Boxtel website www.elektrumfestival.com
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 20,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Intents Festival & Wish Outdoor email info@elektrumfestival.com
edition 50
EMBASSY FESTIVAL
World
The Embassy Festival embodies The Hague as a global meeting point, offering a unique stage for cultural diplomacy in a festive, relaxed setting. For a day, The Hague becomes a microcosm of the world, blending ancient traditions and contemporary arts into a human mosaic. With diverse music, art, dance, and international cuisine, the festival creates an immersive cultural journey where visitors engage with a vibrant array of global expressions.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lange Voorhout, Den Haag website www.embassyfestival.com
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation LIFE I LIVE BV
email embassyfestival@prooost.nl
booker Patrick Clerkx
booker email patrick@derevolutie.nl
Tim Zuidberg
EPOP FESTIVAL
Blues, Pop, Rock, Roots, World
A cosy and non commercial festival with interesting lineup is guaranteed. No bullshit just non-stop live music on 2 stages. Free entrance, free parking.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Dr. Loeffpark, Epe website www.epopfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 11 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Epop email info@epopfestival.nl
booker Iwan Jonker
booker email iwan@epopfestival.nl
FANTASTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Citycentre, Oss website www.fantastival.nl
organisation Cultuurpodium Groene Engel email info@groene-engel.nl -
EXPLOSION FESTIVAL
Dance, Dubstep, Hardstyle, Hiphop, House
For more information; please check www.explosionfestival.nl
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location de Voormars, Ommen website www.explosionfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Stichting Explosion Festival email info@explosionfestival.nl
booker Hayo Braakman
booker email hayo@explosionfestival.nl
FEEL THE 50’S
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Nolenspark, Venlo website www.feelthe50s.com
organisation Double Track
email info@feelthe50s.com
FEESTWEEK AALSMEER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Praamplein, Aalsmeer
website www.feestweek.nl type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Feestweek Aalsmeer
FESTIVAL OUDE MUZIEK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.oudemuziek.nl
organisation Stichting Organisatie Oude Muziek
email info@oudemuziek.nl
FESTIVAL VAN ZEEUWSCHVLAANDEREN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.festival-zvl.nl
organisation Stichting Festival van Zeeuwsch-Vlaanderen
FLAEIJELFEEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oudehorne
website www.flaeijelfeest.frl
organisation Stichting Flaeijelfestiviteiten Oude- en Nieuwehorne
email info@flaeijel.nl
FESTIVAL SPOFFIN
Comedy, Experimental, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Singer-Songwriter
Major international festival for professional outdoor arts and site specific theatre, transforming the city into a great stage for artists from all over Europe and beyond. Let yourself be carried away and seduced into the adventurous world of street theatre, exciting and intimate dance, daring circus theater and other outstanding street arts. Spoffin presents highly experienced performers and young, fresh talents too and always shows what’s new and exiting.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location City centre, Amersfoort website www.spoffin.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting Zomertheater Amersfoort email info@zomertheateramersfoort.nl
booker Alfred Konijnenbelt
booker email festival@spoffin.nl
FLEVOLAND ZOMERFESTIVAL: FESTIVAL VIA MUSICA
Classic
Festival Via Musica is a cultural, musical journey through time and space. In 2026 you can enjoy four days with classical music, movie and poetry, inspired by The New World. The festival gives connections and an overview of 400 years of music. The festival presents first class musicians, performing music from Middle Ages up untill 20th century
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Flevoland, Lelystad, Almere, Dronten, Emmeloord, Zeewolde, Urk website www.festivalviamusica.nl
FACTS
acts 17 capacity 2,500 type Indoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting Internationaal Zomerfestival Flevoland email info@festivalviamusica.nl
booker Marion Boshuizen booker email info@festivalviamusica.nl
HAAGSE HOLI HANGAMA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Wijkpark Transvaal, Den Haag website www.holisamen.nl
Egbert
van Thiel
FRIES STRAATFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Leeuwarden
website www.fries-straatfestival.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Fries Straatfestival
FOOD FESTIVAL TREK
Festival TREK is the largest traveling food festival in the Netherlands and travels through the eight largest and most beautiful city parks in the country! From May to September the caravan travels through Rotterdam, Maastricht and Utrecht, Nijmegen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Amsterdam, Tilburg and The Hague.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several cities
website www.festival-trek.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
email info@festival-trek.nl
GAELLUS OPEN AIR
House, Metal, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Gaellus Open Air is a free festival that attracts around 4000 visitors every year. A varied program, both bands and DJs, can be seen at this festival. The annual pre-party on the evening before the festival completes the program
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Jongerensoos O.J.C. Gaellus, Tienray, Limburg
website www.gaellusopenair.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 4,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation O.J.C. Gaellus
email info@gaellusopenair.nl
booker O.J.C. Gaellus
booker email info@gaellusopenair.nl
GROUND ZERO
Ground Zero Festival is the hardest night festival of Europe. Each year, Bussloo (NL) recreational area is transformed into a world of darkness featuring the best hardcore, uptempo, frenchcore, terror, industrial and early all night long.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Wilp
website www.groundzerofestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation UDC Events
HAARLEM CULINAIR
The biggest plain air restaurant in August 16 gastronomic participants will welcome you whit their delicious signature dishes. The beautiful historic location the Grote Markt (Big Square) is the perfect scenery for this festival. Come see, taste and enjoy Haarlem Culinair.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Grote Markt, Haarlem website www.haarlemculinair.nl
FACTS
capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Haarlem leeft email info@henl.nl
HAVENFESTIVAL ALBLASSERDAM
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Alblasserdam
website www.havenfestival-alblasserdam.nl
organisation Stichting Havenfestival Alblasserdam email info@havenfestival-alblasserdam.nl
HAVIKCONCERT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Het Havik, Amersfoort website www.havikconcerten.nl
organisation Stichting Havikconcert email info@havikconcerten.nl
HBO INTRO FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Chasséveld, Breda website www.introfestivalbreda.nl type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Avans Hogeschool email hbointro@avans.nl
HEROES OF ROCK TRIBUTE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Stadskanaal, Groningen website www.heroesofrockfestival.nl
organisation Very Eavy email info@veryeavy.nl
Dennis Haage
HEROES OF ROCKNROLL TOUR
Classic, Rock
HET AMSTERDAMSE GLIJFESTIJN
Fancy a winter outing in Amsterdam? Come to the Amsterdam Sliding Festival in the Olympic Stadium. Skating, curling, sliding on the tube slide, finding your way in a winter maze, cross-country skiing on the cross-country ski trail: it’s all possible here!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Olympisch Stadion, Amsterdam
website www.hetamsterdamseglijfestijn.nl
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
After : Heroes of Pop, Heroes of RocknRoll & Local Heroes it’s time for our own Heroes: Blast Off - Stray Cats Tribute Tour. There are still dates available, so submit a request through the website!
Please check facebook wonna.nl for exact dates
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Tour
website www.wonna.nl/stray-cats-tribute
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation wonna.nl email info@wonna.nl
booker Petra Palmen
booker email info@wonna.nl
organisation 4PM Entertainment
HET AMSTERDAMSE TERRASSENFESTIVAL
Enjoy good food, good drinks, great side programming and fun dances for a weekend together with the nicest terraces and the nicest atmosphere creators from Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam
website www.hatf.nl
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment email info@hatf.nl
HET AMSTERDAMSE WINTERPARADIJS
Het Amsterdamse Winterparadijs is the largest and most enjoyable winter event in the Netherlands. Enjoy winter snacks and drinks, unique attractions, ice skating and endless ice fun.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location RAI, Amsterdam
website www.hetamsterdamsewinterparadijs.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment
HIPFEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Scheveningen
website www.hipfest.nl
email info@hipfest.nl
HET AMSTERDAMSE WINTERTERRAS
Three weeks of enjoying good food, delicious drinks, great side events, and fun dancing together with the best terraces and liveliest party in Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Gashouder, Amsterdam
website www.hetamsterdamsewinterterras.nl
type Indoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment
HUYGENS MUZIEKFESTIVAL Classic
The Huygens Festival is the classical music festival of Leidschendam-Voorburg and takes place in the fourth weekend of September. For four days there will be various performances by soloists and companies, professional, amateur and youth in the Huygenskwartier Voorburg.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Huygenskwartier, Voorburg website www.huygensfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 1,000 type Indoor
price 200.00 EUR avg. day
organisation DOEN Evenementen BV / Stichting Huygens Muziekfestival email secretaris@huygensfestival.nl
HOLLAND FESTIVAL
edition 79
Artistic innovation and experimentation have been the Holland Festival’s key values since its founding in 1947. Every year in June, the festival showcases ground-breaking productions by artists from all across the world and new developments in the performing arts. From theatre, dance, music, musical theatre and opera to multi-disciplinary forms and cross-overs with the visual arts, digital art, photography and film.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location diverse locaties, Amsterdam website www.hollandfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 110 capacity 70,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Holland Festival email info@hollandfestival.nl
Hare & Dare
HOLLANDS HARD FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig edition 4
A festival with a combination of Dutch and hardstyle music
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Brakel
website www.hollandshardfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 21 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting Hollands Hard Festival email thom@hollandshardfestival.nl
booker thom@hollandshardfestival.nl
booker email thom@hollandshardfestival.nl
INDICATOR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Martiniplaza, Groningen website www.indi-cator.nl
organisation Criterium Productions
IK ZIE U GRAAG
Blues, Folk, Jazz, Pop, Rock
Ik Zie U Graag festival is presenting you the most exciting acts from the sultry and vibrant Belgian music scene.
In Belgium, the music scene is brewing like never before and the offer is undiminished. The emphasis is on emerging Belgian talent with acts that are already more famous or even established in their own country.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Keizerstraat 101, Breda website www.mezz.nl/ikzieugraag
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 500 type Indoor
ticketer Stager
organisation MEZZ Breda email info@mezz.nl
booker Marc Maquelin
booker email marc@mezz.nl
INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL VOCALLIS
Our festival has it’s focus on the human voice as a musical instrument. Each year a central theme is chosen, around which composers, writers and musicians build a surprising program, in which our values amazement, encounter and confidentiality are the essence. An inspiring educational program for both young and old is also part of our festival. We choose our locations carefully, combining beautiful heritage with high class performances.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zuid-Limburg
website www.festivalvocallis.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 5,000 type Indoor
organisation Stichting Vocallis email info@festivalvocallis.nl
JAZZ INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Rotterdam
website www.jazzinternationalrotterdam.nl
organisation Stichting Jazz International Rotterdam
Fransen
INTERNATIONAAL KAMERMUZIEKFESTIVAL UTRECHT
Classic, Experimental, Jazz, World
Music in a small line-up, at the highest level. With Janine Jansen as artistic director, programmer and soloist, the International Chamber Music Festival Utrecht provide you with special, unique moments between Christmas and New Year. For the most popular chamber music in addition to the most beautiful surprises, you are welcome in our festival heart TivoliVredenburg, in Utrecht churches, at unexpected special locations in the city and at free concerts in your own neighborhood.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht website www.kamermuziekfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 6,500 type Indoor
organisation Stichting Internationaal Kamermuziekfestival Utrecht email info@kamermuziekfestival.nl
booker Stichting Internationaal Kamermuziek Festival Utrecht booker email info@kamermuziekfestival.nl
JANNAROK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Diepenheim website www.jannarok.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting O.J.C. Why Don’t Cha email teun@jannarok.nl
Niels de
INTO THE WOODS
Hiphop, House, Reggae, Techno, World
Sand the bark against your thighs and crawl through the bright forest of Into the Woods.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Openluchttheater, Amersfoort website www.intothewoodsfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation Into the Woods email info@intothewoods.nl
JAZZ AND SAIL
Jazz, Pop, World
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.jazzbergen.nl
organisation Stichting Jazz Bergen email info@bergenlive.nl
Vries
JAZZ IN DE GRACHT
Den Haag, Jazz in de Gracht, 2026! The Ooievaart boats sail with the musicians to 4 different stops on the Dunne Bierkade/Groenewegje. Dangle your feet above the water and let the music sail past you. On the Bierkade there is a cozy food square, live music and a super cozy bar with a fresh Birra Moretti beer, delicious wines, poured by our friendly volunteers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several venues, Den Haag website www.jazzindegracht.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Jazz’in de Gracht email info@jazzindegracht.nl
JAZZ MAASTRICHT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Maastricht
website www.jazzmaastricht.com
organisation Stichting Jazz Maastricht email info@jazzmaastricht.com
KEIFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lichtenvoorde
website www.keifestival.nl
type Indoor
organisation SVP Keifestival email info@keifestival.nl
JENEVERFESTIVAL
In the historic Havenkerk in Schiedam more than 20 contemporary distillers from the Netherlands, presents a wide range of distilled products such as jenever, rum, whiskey and other liqueurs. There are tastings, workshops, snacks, space to chill and there is are lots of other things to do..
Your chance to really experience today’s spirits!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Havenkerk, Schiedam website www.jeneverfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,000 type Indoor
organisation Nationaal Jenevermuseum Schiedam email marco@jenevermuseum.nl
KETI KOTI FESTIVAL
edition 39
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oosterpark, Amsterdam
website www.ketikotiamsterdam.nl
organisation NiNsee email info@ketikotiamsterdam.nl
KEMPENERPOP
Regional festival with regional food, regional bands and kids entertainment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Waalre website www.kempenerpop.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stichting Succes Ermee! email info@kempenerpop.nl
KWAKU SUMMER FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Nelson Mandelapark, Amsterdam website www.kwakufestival.nl
organisation Kwaku Zomerfestival BV
LEIDS CABARET FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Schouwburg, Leiden website www.leidscabaretfestival.nl
LEIDSE DRAAIORGELDAG
Roots
From small ‘orgeltjes’ that can be transported in a pram to large ‘orgels’ with iconic names such as De Cubaan, De Sleutelstad, Dubbeldik, and De West-Fries, they are arranged side by side and take turns playing their music. Old Dutch repertoire is interspersed with opera music and contemporary songs. From “This is my life” to “Europapa,” there is something for everyone to enjoy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Binnenstad, Leiden website www.draaiorgeldag.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free ticketer Your Ticket Provider organisation Leidse Draaiorgeldag email info@prokwadraat.nl
LENTEFEESTEN HOOGERHEIDE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Centrum, Hoogerheide website www.marktenmarkten.nl/markt/braderie-lentefeesten-centrum/4681 organisation Middenstandsvereniging Hoogerheide
LENTEKABINET FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Het Twiske, Amsterdam
website www.hetkabinetfestival.nl/info
organisation Dekmantel email support@dekmantel.com
LEPELTJE LEPELTJE AMERSFOORT
Blues, Jazz, Urban, World
LEPELTJE LEPELTJE DORDRECHT
Blues, Jazz, Latin, World
The Weizigtpark will fill with a wide range of atmosphere-enhancing elements that continues to surprise renowned bubblers. Live music and electronic records set the right tone and the little ones are entertained to their hearts’ content. The market completes the story and offers special items and curiosities. As always, Lepeltje Lepeltje is free to everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
The Burgemeester Brouwerplantsoen will fill with a wide range of atmosphere-enhancing elements that continues to surprise renowned bubblers. Live music and electronic records set the right tone and the little ones will be entertained to their hearts’ content. The market completes the story and offers special items and curiosities. As always, Lepeltje Lepeltje is free to everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Burgemeester Brouwerplantsoen, Amersfoort website www.lepeltje-lepeltje.com/amersfoort
FACTS
acts 4 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation kultlab email info@lepeltje-lepeltje.com
location Weizigtpark, Dordrecht website www.lepeltje-lepeltje.com/dordrecht
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Kultlab email info@lepeltje-lepeltje.com
LEPELTJE LEPELTJE EINDHOVEN
Blues, Jazz, Latin, Pop, World
Our cultural food festival is being taken out of the fridge after two years! The Anne Frankplatsoen is filled with a wide range of atmosphere-enhancing elements that still manage to surprise our visitors. Live music and electronic records set the right tone and the kids are thoroughly entertained. The market completes the story and offers special items and curiosities. As always, Lepeltje Lepeltje is free for everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Anne Frankplatsoen, Eindhoven
website www.lepeltje-lepeltje.com/eindhoven
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation kultlab
email info@lepeltje-lepeltje.com
LEPELTJE LEPELTJE MAASTRICHT
Blues, Jazz, Latin, World
The Tapijnkazerne fills up with a broad palette of atmosphere that still knows how to surprise famous drinkers. Live music and electronic records set the right tone and the little ones are entertained to their heart’s content. As always, entrance is free for everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Tapijnkazerne, Maastricht website www.lepeltje-lepeltje.com/maastricht
FACTS
acts 4 type Outdoor
admission Free
email info@lepeltje-lepeltje.com
LEPELTJE LEPELTJE UTRECHT
Jazz, Latin, Reggae, World
LEPELTJE LEPELTJE ZWOLLE
Blues, Jazz, Latin, World
Park Lepelenburg will fill up with a wide range of atmosphere-enhancing elements that still knows how to surprise famous drinkers. Live music and electronic records set the right tone and the little ones are amused. As always, access to Lepeltje Lepeltje is free.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lepelenburg, Utrecht
FACTS
acts 4
admission Free
organisation kultlab
email info@lepeltje-lepeltje.com
LUNAPARK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Hal 4 aan de maas, Rotterdam
website www.lunapark.nl
organisation R&W Productions
type Outdoor
edition 31
Live music and electronic records will set the right tone and the little ones will be delightfully entertained. The market completes the story and offers special items and curiosities. As always, Lepeltje Lepeltje is free to everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ter Pelkwijkpark, Zwolle
website www.lepeltje-lepeltje.com/zwolle
FACTS
acts 4
admission Free
organisation kultlab
email info@lepeltje-lepeltje.com
LEVENSLIED DEN BOSCH
type Outdoor
edition 28
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.levenslieddenbosch.nl
organisation Stichting Markt Evenementen Promotie Den Bosch
email info@levenslieddenbosch.nl
LEVENSLIED EINDHOVEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Stadhuisplein, Eindhoven website www.levensliedeindhoven.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free organisation Levenslied Eindhoven
LIERELIET FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Op de hoek van de Stal, Workum website www.liereliet.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Stichting Liereliet Workum email avanderwal49@hotmail.com
MEDDLE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Blijverspolder 4, Oude Ade website www.meddlefestival.nl
FACTS
ticketer Weeztix
organisation Gemeente Kaag en Braassem / J.S. Meddle email festival@meddle.nl
LIL’HILL FESTIVAL
Lil’Hill Festival is located on the top of the Luttenberg mountain, which gives you a beautiful view with a little ‘french touch’.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Fields of Norp, Luttenberg website www.lilhill.nl
FACTS
acts 10 type Outdoor organisation Beppie Concerts email info@lilhill.nl
booker Stefan en Melvin booker email Info@lilhill.nl
MEERPAALDAGEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Dronten
website www.meerpaaldagen.nl
organisation Stichting ProDronten
MEGA PIRATEN FESTIJN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Citycentre, Nijmegen
website www.megapiratenfestijn.nl
email info@megapiratenfestijn.nl
MELODY GARDEN
Techno
Melody Garden invites you to indulge in a world of emotions, where melodies guide you through a mysterious landscape filled with primal beats and untamed rhythms. From dreamily haunting to majestically expressive, our Melody Garden promises to be an immersive experience like no other
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Thuishaven, Amsterdam
website www.mysticgardenfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions
MEMENTO
Experimental, House, Techno, Trance
Memento is a brand new, intimate weekend festival in Goch, right across the German border (near Nijmegen). Together we celebrate life. During the day and at night there is time and space to recharge, dance at one of the stages, immerse yourself in wonder and lose yourself in the beautiful surroundings of the Graefenthal monastery. An unforgettable get-together where time doesn’t exist and new long-lasting memories await around every corner.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kloster Graefenthal, Goch website www.ilmemento.com
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation 12inchCity email info@ilmemento.com
booker 12inchCity
booker email bookings@12inchcity.com
MEMORYLANE OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.minorityevents.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
MIDZOMERFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kloosterplein, Goirle website www.midzomerfestivalgoirle.nl
organisation Marketing Regio Emmen email info@emmenmaakhetmee.nl -
edition 17
MILAN SUMMER FESTIVAL
Folk, Latin, Urban, World
Indian-Carribbean (Surinam) festival with 100+ foodstalls, music and above all meeting culture & people. Kidsplayground and 2000 free seats to enjoy the festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zuiderpark - Speelweide, Den Haag website www.milansummerfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 25,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 10.00 EUR avg. day ticketer I-ticketz.com
organisation Stichting Milan Summer Festival email info@milansummerfestival.nl
NEDERLANDS SPECIAALBIER FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Parade, Den Bosch website www.speciaalbierfestival.nl
FACTS type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Nederlands Speciaalbier Festival email Info@speciaalbierfestival.nl
MOONSTAR MUSIC FESTIVAL
Europe’s largest Turkish music festival will take place for the second time at the Lageveld in Wierden! With 6 areas, 5 music genres and multiple artists... It promises to be an enchanting day full of experiences!
The festival has a minimum age of 18 years. From 13.00 hours the area is open.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Het Lageveld, Wierden website www.moonstarmusicfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
organisation Moonstar Music Festival email info@msmf.nl -
MUSICA SACRA
Multiple arts festival with music, dance, theatre, movie, visual arts and education focussing on religious and non religious appearance of the sacred.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Maastricht website www.musicasacramaastricht.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Musica Sacra email info@musicasacramaastricht.nl
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Paul Mellaart
MYSTIC GARDEN FESTIVAL
House, Techno
NJO: MUZIEKZOMER GELDERLAND
It begins as the sound of far-off music echoing throughout the woods, the drums lightly beating and the violin tune. The heart of the forest calling you towards it. The Mystic Garden invites those who hear her enchanted call to step through the Garden Gates. An enchanted world brimming with magical creatures, breathtaking decor and worldclass Djs awaits you! Come discover the Mystic Garden! Do you hear the golden bells ringing…?
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Sloterpark, Amsterdam
website www.mysticgardenfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions BV
email info@mysticgardenfestival.nl
Classic, Jazz, Latin, Minimal, Singer-Songwriter
Perfect summer festival vibes with classical music. The best Dutch young professionals and top talents present beautiful programs in castles, palaces, parks and theaters across Gelderland. Be blown away by big orchestras or lulled by chamber music. Family performances and musical theatre all found in the programme.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location In tents, castles, parks, palaces, dozens of venues in the province, Gelderland
website www.muziekzomer.nl
FACTS
acts 75 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Nationale Jeugdorkesten Nederland
email info@njon.nl
@Veerle
Bastiaanssen
NOVEMBER
MUSIC
Classic, Jazz, Minimal, World edition 34
Visitors to November Music can fully enjoy today’s eclectic musical landscape. The festival showcases the prominent composers of our time. Not to mention top-notch ensembles, jazz & world pioneers, sound installations, and interdisciplinary concerts. November Music takes place at various locations in the Dutch city of ’s-Hertogenbosch.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several venues, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.novembermusic.net
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 12,000 type Indoor
organisation November Music email info@novembermusic.net
booker Marieke Hopman booker email marieke@novembermusic.net
OP DREEF FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Billybird park Drakenrijk, Reuver website www.opdreeffestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Op Dreef email info@opdreeffestival.nl
ORANJEBLOESEM
The alternative on Kingsday in the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Olympisch Stadion, Amsterdam website www.oranjebloesem.com
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
PARADIGM FESTIVAL
Wander into our world of wonder. Immerse yourself in the experience. Be kind to one another, let the good vibes flow and feel free to create your own myth.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Groningen website www.paradigmfestival.com
FACTS
ticketer
organisation Paradigm050 email info@paradigm050.com
OVER HET IJ FESTIVAL
Over het IJ Festival presents more than 40 performances of up and coming as well as established artists on special in- and outdoor locations in Amsterdam-Noord, on the banks of the IJ and on the NDSM shipyard. The online ticket sales of separate performances, the festival wristband and the go-as-you-please passes via www. overhetij.nl.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location NDSM-werf, Amsterdam website www.overhetij.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting IJ Producties
email info@overhetij.nl
PETEYFEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lierop
website www.peteyfest.nl
organisation Stichting Petey
email info@peteyfest.nl
Tse
PARK OPEN
On our stages you won’t find just one style, but a broad selection of what’s happening in live music in the Netherlands. Besides well-known and emerging bands and artists, Park Open offers space to young talent and new local and regional acts. For the littlest ones, there is a creative children’s program.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ronde Weide, Arnhem
website www.parkopen.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Park Open email info@parkopen.nl
PARKIES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Breda
website www.palmparkies.nl
email info@parkies.nl -
Moon
Saris
PICKNICK IN ‘T PARK
Nederlandstalig, Pop
Picnic in ‘t Park is a combination of food trucks and pavilions, a stage program and entertainment. All these ingredients together create an attractive event. The event is purely about Foods & Fun. Whether you come with your colleagues, friends, mother or mother-in-law, you will find something for everyone at Picnic in ‘t Park. Picnic in ‘t Park is a family event full of food trucks, entertainment and performances by various artists and DJs.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Barendrecht
website www.picknickintpark.com
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting All-Events
email info@all-events.eu
RABO POPWEEKEND SCHAGEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Schagen
organisation Stichting Evenementen Schagen (SES) / Geels Evenementen email ses@uitinschagen.nl
PIEPERFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location De Deel, Horecaplein and Kettingplein, Emmeloord website www.pieperfestival.nl
organisation Stichting Emmeloord Promotie (STEP) email info@stepnop.nl
PIGPOP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Beltrum
website www.pigpop.nl
organisation Stichting Pigpop email info@pigpop.nl
PLEINPOP SCHIJNDEL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Schijndel
website www.pleinpopschijndel.nl
organisation Stichting Pleinpop Schijndel email info@pleinpopschijndel.nl
PLOEGFESTIVAL
16
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ploegpark, Bergeijk website www.ploegfestival.nl
admission Free
email info@ploegfestival.nl
PLUSPOP
If you want to experience a fun festival, come to Pluspop Festival in Cabauw. Friday is for the children, Saturday is for dancing, and Sunday has that cozy “we all know each other” vibe. Will we see you in September??
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Evenemententerrein Cabauw, Lopik website www.pluspop.nl
FACTS
capacity 1,200 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Pluspop Cabauw email Pluspopcabauw@gmail.com
PUMP UP THE 90’S
Dance
Pump Up the 90’s is the 90’s party of Northeast & Central Netherlands. With 6 acts this is the biggest nineties party you must have been! There is a nice mix of Eurodance, Happy hardcore and those typical 90s & zer00s hits. Divided over the Main Stage and Foute 90’s Stage there is something for everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Evenementenhal, Hardenberg website www.pumpupthe90s.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Evenementenhal Hardenberg email uitnodiging@easyfairs.com
PUSSY LOUNGE FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Welcome to the Pussy lounge. Where we combine sexy entertainment, co2, inflatables and a whole lot of craziness together with the founders of Freestyle!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Aquabest, Best website www.b2s.nl
FACTS
capacity 25,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation B2S email info@b2s.nl
RENESSE BRUIST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Renesse website www.festivalaanzee.nl
organisation OV Renesse email secretariaat@renesseaanzee.nl
REURING FESTIVAL
edition 25
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Leeghwaterpark, Purmerend website www.reuring.com
FACTS
capacity 42,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Weeztix
organisation Stichting Reuring Festival email info@reuring.nl -
ROSROCK
Rock
Rosrock is a non-profit festival in the centre of the Netherlands. Once started as a birthday party now a two-day festival with two stages and a campsite between the apple-trees. It offers bang for your buck. Great bands, ambiance, food, freshly pressed apple-juice and a kick-ass afterparty beneath the apple trees for just a fraction of the bigger festival’s fees.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Rossum, Gelderland website www.rosrock.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Ticketjames
organisation RosRock email info@rosrock.nl
ROTTERDAM UNLIMITED ZOMERCARANAVAL
edition 41
Rotterdam Unlimited is one of the biggest free street festivals in the hottest city of Europe, Rotterdam! It’s a 5-day festival, complete with lots of music, poetry, literature, street acts, Summer Carnival and food & drinks. Don’t miss the awesome days of sun, warmth and cultural tradition in Rotterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Rotterdam website www.rotterdamunlimited.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation DUCOS Productions email info@ducos.com
ROYAL PARK LIVE
Pop, Singer-Songwriter
Welcome to Royal Park Live! During these extraordinary summer evening concerts at Soestdijk Palace there is only one thing that matters: Enjoying an evening full of music, drinks and food, all within the beautiful ambiance of a royal location.
Artists like Damien Rice, Sting, Tom Odell, Counting Crows, Ludovico Einaudi, Gregory Porter, Van Morrison, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Beth Hart, Eros Ramazzotti and Jamie Cullum among others played at Royal Park Live during previous editions.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Paleis Soestdijk, Baarn website www.royalparklive.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 5,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Agents After All email info@agentsafterall.nl
booker Patrick Kraakman
booker email patrick@agentsafterall.nl
SAMBAFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Nijmegen
website www.sambafestivalnijmegen.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Stichting Sambafestival Nijmegen
email wouter@sambafestival.nl
SCHALKWIJK AAN ZEE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Molenplas Park, Haarlem website www.schalkwijkaanzee.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Culturele Activiteiten Schalkwijk email mailaanschalkwijkaanzee@gmail.com
SCHEMERSTAD
Classic, Dance, Literature, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 16
A fairytale cruise through Leiden. During Schemerstad, the visitor sails past five location theaters specially created for Schemerstad…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Op en langs de Leidse wateren, Leiden website www.schemerstad.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 750 type Outdoor
price 45.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Schemerstad email info@schemerstad.nl
SKÊNDEL ZWINGT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Festivalterrein Schijndel, Schijndel website www.skendelzwingt.nl
organisation Stichting Skêndel Zwingt email info@skendelzwingt.nl
edition 18
SEA BOTTOM
edition 31
Seabottom is a yearly festival with a mix of jazz, blues, funk, soul and pop music. More than 20 performances to visit in 5 different halls of The local theatre. Ensures a good night out with all of your friends.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Agora theater, Lelystad website www.seabottom.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 1,500 type Indoor
price 38.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Agora theater
organisation Stichting jazz-i email Info@seabottom.nl
SLEAZEFEST
edition 26
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Skatecafe, Amsterdam website www.sleazefest.nl
SMARTLAPPENFESTIVAL UTRECHT
Country
SPIJS! FOODFESTIVAL
The Smartlappenfestival Utrecht, held annually in the third weekend of November, fills the heart of Utrecht with the soulful tunes of Dutch “levenslied” or life songs. Over 40 venues join in, offering live performances and special Smartlappenmenus. An unmissable event for music enthusiasts!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Centrum/Leidsche Rijn, Utrecht website www.smartlappenfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 5,000 type Indoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Utrechtse Muziekfestivals email info@smartlappenfestival.nl
booker Lucca
booker email info@smartlappenfestival.nl
SPIJS! stands for a casual atmosphere, exuberance and fun! Food and entertainment, from an innovative idea, healthy, distinct preparation methods and adventurous presentation. Enjoy delicious dishes and even more music and entertainment during this festival. There is something for everyone!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Venlo
website www.festival-spijs.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Organisatie Spijs foodfestival email info@festival-spijs.nl
SPARKLING
edition 12
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Hudson Restaurant en events, Den Haag website www.wrsparkling.com
Bjorn
Hendriks
STADSHAGENFESTIVAL
Are you ready for a fun day for family & friends? Join in and enjoy yourself
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Twistvlietpark, Zwolle website www.stadshagentotaal.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Wijkstichting Stadshagen Totaal email info@stadshagentotaal.nl
SPOTLIGHT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location The Hague website www.spotlightfestival.nl organisation Doen Evenementen email info@uitfestivaldenhaag.nl
STEREO SUNDAY
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Julianapark, Venlo website www.stereosunday.nl
FACTS
capacity 12,500 type Outdoor ticketer Weeztix
organisation Stichting Stereo Sunday email info@stereosunday.nl
STÖPPELHAENE
Stöppelhaene is a 5-day festival in the city Raalte.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Raalte website www.stoppelhaene.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Stichting Stöppelhaene email stoppelveld@stoppelhaene.nl
STRAATTHEATERFESTIVAL KUNSTEN OP STRAAT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location City centre, Diepenheim website www.kunstenopstraat.nl
organisation Stichting Kunsten op Straat email info@kunstenopstraat.nl
STRANDWALFESTIVAL
3 days of partying and fun for all residents of Rijswijk. Performances by local and national artists, the Strandwal market, Fris en Fruitig and the Family Day. It will be a fantastic festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Van Vredenburchweg, Rijswijkse bos, Rijswijk website www.strandwalfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor admission Free
organisation Sport Heroes email strandwalfestival@sportiefbesteedgroep.nl
STRP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Citycentre, Eindhoven website www.strp.nl/events
FACTS
ticketer
organisation STRP Foundation email info@strp.nl
SUBMIT FEST Metal, Rock
Submit Fest is an indoor festival featuring the very best up-and-coming and breakthrough metal acts from the local, national, and international scene. The festival focuses on genres such as progressive metal, metalcore, nu-metal, modern metal and alternative rock/metal. Submit believes in the strength of the Dutch metal scene and the talent of the new generations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Rotterdam website www.submitfest.nl
FACTS
acts 7 capacity 350 type Indoor ticketer Stager
organisation Submit Fest email info@submitfest.nl
booker Jessica Santiago Lopez
booker email j.santiago.lopez@submitfest.nl
SUMMERTIME FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Grote Markt, Den Haag website www.summertimefestival.nl
admission Free organisation Musicon
SWEELPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location ‘t Alterbarg, Zweeloo website www.sweelpop.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
admission Free organisation Werkgroep Jongerendag Sweelo email info@sweelpop.nl
THE OVERKILL FESTIVAL
ART GAMES FILMS MUSIC
“The end of the world as you know it”
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Enschede website www.theoverkill.nl
FACTS
type Indoor organisation The Overkill email marie@theoverkill.nl
SURFANA FESTIVAL
Surfana Festival. Surf minded people from all around the world come together to feel a unique blend of music, clinics, food, arts and love.
A weekend with bands from all over the world, surf focused, an array of workshops, good food and camp vibes are enjoyed in beautiful nature surroundings. What we love most, we’ve put together into a mind blowing experience for all to enjoy. It’s a festival to celebrate our lifestyle but also to inspire more people to choose a life based on happiness.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Campsite The Sheets, Bloemendaal website www.surfana.com/festival
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 2,800 type Outdoor ticketer Stager
organisation Surfana festival email festival@surfana.com
booker Lucy booker email music@surfana.com
Annebel
Bunt
SWINGIN’ GRONINGEN
edition 3
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Cultuurcentrum van Beresteyn, Veendam website www.swingingroningen.nl
organisation Paul van Put Events email paul.vanput@swingingroningen.nl
THEATERFESTIVAL DE PARADE
The Parade offers over 80 different theatre, music, and dance performances for all ages. Most of the shows are made especially for the festival and can only be seen at the Parade. The performances last about 30 minutes, which means you can visit 2, 3 or even 4 on an evening. The Parade also has an extensive programme for children, the KinderParade, and offers free live-bands in the evening.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Rotterdam, Den Haag, Amsterdam, Utrecht website www.deparade.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation De Parade B.V.
email info@mobilearts.nl
THEATERFESTIVAL DE PARADE
The Parade offers over 80 different theatre, music, and dance performances for all ages. Most of the shows are made especially for the festival and can only be seen at the Parade. The performances last about 30 minutes, which means you can visit 2, 3 or even 4 on an evening. The Parade also has an extensive programme for children, the KinderParade, and offers free live-bands in the evening.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam
website www.deparade.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation De Parade B.V. email info@mobilearts.nl
TOUR DE TERRAS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Deventer
website www.facebook.com/brinkeventdeventer?locale=nl_nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Zomerevenementen
Sofie
Simao
THEATERFESTIVAL DE PARADE
The Parade offers over 80 different theatre, music, and dance performances for all ages. Most of the shows are made especially for the festival and can only be seen at the Parade. The performances last about 30 minutes, which means you can visit 2, 3 or even 4 on an evening. The Parade also has an extensive programme for children, the KinderParade, and offers free live-bands in the evening.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Den Haag website www.deparade.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation De Parade B.V. email info@mobilearts.nl
THUNDERDOME
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Jaarbeurs, Utrecht website www.thunderdome.com/en
type Indoor
email info@thunderdome.com
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THEATERFESTIVAL DE PARADE UTRECHT
The Parade offers over 80 different theatre, music, and dance performances for all ages. Most of the shows are made especially for the festival and can only be seen at the Parade. The performances last about 30 minutes, which means you can visit 2, 3 or even 4 on an evening. The Parade also has an extensive programme for children, the KinderParade, and offers free live-bands in the evening.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Moreelsepark, Utrecht website www.deparade.nl
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation De Parade B.V. email info@mobilearts.nl
TROUBADOUR TREFFEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Prinsentuin, Leeuwarden website www.leeuwarden.nl
organisation Gemeente Leeuwarden
TRIBUTELAND
Blues, Metal, Pop, Rock
Spread over three stages, Tributeland presents the best tribute bands in Europe, focusing on rock music from the 70s to the present, supplemented with the best from our own country.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.tributeland.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 4,500 type Indoor ticketer
organisation This is Live Group email tributeland@tirrmusic.com
booker Roger
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VALTIFEST
There are festivals and then there is VALTIFEST. This kaleidoscopic festival has taken place on the first Saturday of September since 2007 in Amsterdam. It provides the ideal platform for frenzied creativity, up-and-coming fashion talent and trendsetting music
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam website www.valtifest.nl email info@valtifest.nl -
UBBINK DOESBURG JAZZ
Blues, Experimental, Jazz, Latin
Ubbink Doesburg Jazz is a jazz festival in November with concerts in a variety of musical styles, against the backdrop of one of the most beautiful cities in the Netherlands, the Hanseatic town of Doesburg. All concerts are free of charge.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Binnenstad, Doesburg website www.doesburgjazz.nl
FACTS
acts 23 capacity 5,000 type Indoor admission Free
organisation Doesburg Jazz email info@doesburgjazz.nl
booker Jos Gelauf
booker email info@doesburgjazz.nl
VALKHOF FESTIVAL
Probably the best free festival in the world for music lovers and those who seek to discover tomorrow’s most exciting artists, Valkhof Festival offers a full week of live acts on seven stages in the lush and green surroundings of The Netherlands’ most historically significant urban park!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Valkhofpark, Nijmegen
website www.valkhoffestival.nl
acts 150 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Popfestivals Nijmegen
email info@valkhoffestival.nl
VIVA CLASSIC LIVE
The Viva Classic Live concerts in Venlo promise to be a spectacular experience again this year for lovers of classical music. The festival is organized by cultural entrepreneur and baritone Sef Thissen, who has once again succeeded in bringing several world-famous artists to Venlo.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Venlo
website www.sefthissenmusic.nl
type Indoor
organisation Sef Thissen Music
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VOLKSFEESTEN ALBERGEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Albergen
website www.volksfeesten-albergen.nl
organisation Stichting Volksfeesten Albergen
email info@volksfeesten-albergen.nl
VOORSTRAAT NOORD FESTIVAL
Very cozy festival situated in het historical part of Dordrecht with over 30 different music acts, stand-up comedian, street theater, pop-up market and al sort of workshops for kids and adults.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Dordrecht
website www.voorstraatnoord.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting VoorstraatNoord
email info@voorstraatnoord.nl
WIEZO WIERDENSE ZOMERFEESTEN
edition 53
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Wierden
website www.wiezo.nl
FACTS
admission Free
organisation Stg. Wierden Promotion Wiezo
email info@wiezo.nl
WATERPOP
The most cosy family festival! Our opener is always a special act for the kids. After which our kidscorner is opened. The rest of the day we have a surprising high-quality combination of new talent, but also surprising acts, from the Netherlands and abroad.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Hofpark, Wateringen website www.waterpop.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Stichting Waterpop Festival
email publiciteit@waterpop.nl
WELCOME TO THE 90’S
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Brabanthallen, ‘s-hertogenbosch website www.welcometothe90s.nl
email info@welcometothe90s.nl
WE LOVE THE 90’S
Dance, Pop, World
World Artists will reunite in 2026 in a stunning “line up”, so you can expect a hit cavalcade with the best of 90s music heroes where nostalgia is at the centre. Welcome to a festival that brings memories to life! Join us at the biggest 90’s festival of the Netherlands at Goffertpark Nijmegen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Goffertpark, Nijmegen website www.welovethe90s.nl/info
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation We Love The 90’s email info@welovethe90s.com
booker We Love The 90’s booker email info@welovethe90s.com
WINTER GARDEN
House, Techno, Trance
Step into the outdoor magic of Winter Garden 2026 – First Signs of Spring, where glittering woods, breathtaking decor, street theater, and artesian food trucks await. Dance to melodic techno, trance, and house beats that sweep you into the enchanted world of the Winter Garden, with all stages in pre-heated tents. Join us to kick off the festival season!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Haarlemmermeer, Amsterdam website www.wintergardenfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions email info@wintergardenfestival.nl
WISH OUTDOOR
Are you ready for new adventures? Follow Adventure Avenue and step into the world of WiSH Outdoor. Discover our Dedicated outdoor mainstage, majestic stages, our Central Square, mind-blowing shows and 250+ great artists across our different worlds, there is always something exciting to discover!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location festivalterrein ‘de Aa’, Beek En Donk website www.wishoutdoor.com
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 60,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation WiSH Outdoor Nederland BV email info@wishoutdoor.nl
booker Izjan booker email izjan@thisislive.group
ZEELANDJAZZ
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.zeelandjazz.nl
organisation Stichting Jazz Club Zeeuws-Vlaanderen
WONDERLAND FESTIVAL
Let yourself be enchanted by the dark magic that will be blasted from the speakers! Together with more than 5000 like-minded party people, we are going to rave during this day like there is no tomorrow.. Alice’ new playground is in progress with 2 huge areas, a mind-blowing production and freaky acts. Who of you brave souls dare to enter our Wonderland? Be careful, because we’re all mad here!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam website www.wonderlandfestival.nl/indoor
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer
organisation Verknipt email info@verknipt.org
ZEBRA FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location De Bunker, Gemert website www.zebrafestival.nl email zebrafestival@gmail.com
ZIN IN DE ZOMER FEST
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Spaarnwoude Recreational Area, Velsen Zuid website www.zidzfest.nl
type Outdoor
organisation ZIDZ Fest email info@zidzfest.nl
ZANDVOORT ALIVE
House, Latin
Chilling, lounging, swaying, strolling, grooving, dancing, flirting, letting loose, and indulging. And all of this in that particular sequence. Dancing to the hottest tunes with your feet in the sand and your hands in the air. That’s Zandvoort Alive. It has evolved into a staple in Zandvoort and the surrounding areas, the ultimate beach festival with FREE entry for everyone above 20 years old.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Strandpaviljoen Mango’s Beach, Zandvoort website www.zandvoortalive.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 3,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Mango’s Beachbar Zandvoort email info@mangosbeachbar.nl
ZOMAARPOP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oirlo website www.zomaarpop.nl email info@zomaarpop.nl
Tania
Castellanos
ZOMER OP HET PLEIN
Comedy, Folk, Pop, Singer-Songwriter, World
Zomer op het Plein is a free entrance, weekly event during summer at Canadaplein, the bustling cultural heart of the city of Alkmaar. Zomer op het Plein offers a variety of attractive acts and shows for a diverse audience. Variety of theatreshows & concerts, streettheatre etc. Weekly Fridayand saturdayevenings (20.30) (seated), Sunday afternoon from 14.30 Previous highlights include: Wende, Trijntje, Yentl & De Boer, Diggy Dex, Waylon, Blaudzun, Og3ne among many others
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Canadaplein, Alkmaar website www.zomerophetplein.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor admission Free
organisation TAQA Theater De Vest email info@taqatheaterdevest.nl
booker Henk Foekema booker email hfoekema@taqatheaterdevest.nl
ZOMERFESTIJN LEVEROY
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Trance
Stages with Dutch, Limburg and German-speaking artists and 1 stage with 90’s music. In addition, there are food trucks and there is a wide range of craft beers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kerkstraat, Leveroy website www.zomerfestijnleveroy.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
ticketer SimpleTicket organisation Leveroy Dance Events email info@outrageousfestival.nl
ZOMERTERRAS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oranjepark, Vlaardingen website www.zomerterras.nl
organisation Stichting Zomerterras email programma@zomerterras.nl
Franka
Barendrecht
ZOMERPODIUM HEEMSKERK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Heemskerk website www.zomerpodiumheemskerk.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Zomerpodium Heemskerk email zomerpodiumheemskerk@gmail.com
ZOTTE ZATERDAG
Medieval festival #music #activities #food & drinks #culture #history #demonstrations of old crafts #theatre
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location City Centre, Gouda website www.zottezaterdag.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Cultuurhuis Garenspinnerij email zottezaterdag@garenspinnerij.nl
ZUIDERSTORM FESTIVAL: HEERLEN
Throughout the month of May, the festival visits the six cities of Venlo, Weert, Roermond, Sittard, Heerlen and Maastricht. During the festivals, the public can enjoy a diverse program of talented musicians and acts from all over the province for a whole day or evening at various locations for free. From pop music to jazz, from hip-hop to electronic music: the programming is a melting pot of all contemporary popular music disciplines.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Poppodium Nieuwe Nor, Heerlen website www.popinlimburg.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Productie Zuiderstorm Festival email ondersteuning@popinlimburg.nl
ZUIDERSTORM FESTIVAL: ROERMOND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location ECI Cultuurfabriek, Roermond website www.popinlimburg.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation productie Zuiderstorm Limburg email ondersteuning@popinlimburg.nl
ZUIDERSTORM FESTIVAL: VENLO
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Poppodium Grenswerk, Venlo website www.popinlimburg.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Productie Zuiderstorm Festival email ondersteuning@popinlimburg.nl
ZUIDERSTORM FESTIVAL: WEERT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Muziekcentrum De Bosuil, Weert website www.popinlimburg.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
admission Free
organisation productie Zuiderstorm Festival email ondersteuning@popinlimburg.nl
A-Z
3FM AWARDS
WWW.3FM.NL
ASSER BLUESDAGEN WWW.BLUESASSEN.NL
CITY BEATS WWW.CITYBEATSSCHOONHOVEN.NL
CONVOI DE FÊTE WWW.CONVOIDEFETE.COM
DONDERDAG MEPPELDAG WWW.DONDERDAGMEPPELDAG.NL
DRONGO TALENFESTIVAL WWW.DRONGOTALENFESTIVAL.NL
EUIFEEST WWW.ORANJEVERENIGING-HASSELT.NL
LET’S GRO WWW.LETSGRO.NL
MARITIEM FESTIVAL WWW.MARITIEMMUSEUM.NL/ACTIVITEITEN/ MARITIEM-FESTIVAL
NEDERLAND ZINGT-DAG NEDERLANDZINGT.EO.NL
POPCITY WWW.IDUNA.NU
R & B SUNDAY OUTDOOR WWW.DEJAVU-EVENTS.NL
ROOSENDAAL ZINGT WWW.ROOSENDAALNL.COM
SINGELFESTIVAL WWW.SINGELFESTIVAL.NL
SOTU WWW.SOTUFESTIVAL.COM
SPIJKENISSEFESTIVAL WWW.SPIJKENISSEFESTIVAL.NL
SPROOKJESFESTIVAL WWW.SPROOKJESFESTIVAL.NL
STADSFEEST DOETINCHEM WWW.STADSFEESTDOETINCHEM.NL
SWF WWW.STRAFWERK.ORG
T RÔGGEFESTIVAL WWW.ROGGEFEEST.NL
THE ART OF DRINKS WWW.THEARTOFDRINKS.NL
THEATER OP ‘T ZAND WWW.THEATEROPTZAND.NL
THUISHAVEN WWW.THUISHAVEN.NL
TOFFLER FESTIVAL INDOOR WWW.TOFFLERFESTIVAL.NL
WOODSTOCKFESTIVAL WWW.MUZIEKFORT.NL
René
Bradwolff
ABSOLUTELY FREE FESTIVAL
AFF has a big heart for domestic and foreign musical talent. Its best-known showcase is the Absolutely Free Festival, which pitches its tents at former mine site C-mine in Genk in August.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Genk
website www.absolutelyfreefestival.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Absolutely Free Festival email info@absolutelyfree.be
ANTWERP METAL FEST
The festival Antwerp Metal Fest is all about hard music. From death and black metal to metalcore to hardrock and even punk. Antwerp Metal Fest supports the Belgian metalscene. Besides some fascinating foreign headlines, Antwerp Metal Fest presents a lot of local bands. And it’s not just bands that already has a certain name, even beginner bands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Merksem
website www.antwerpmetalfest.be type Outdoor
AFRO-LATINO FESTIVAL
Latin, Reggae, Urban, World
Afro-Latino offers each year an innovative, exclusive and excellent line-up of the best artists of Africa, Latin America and the Caribbeans. In total, more than 40 bands and DJs perform live on stage. Afro-Latino is a green, family-friendly and accessible festival in Genk (B). During 3 days Afro-Latino brings you the best of the tropical world music on 3 stages in large luxury tents with a perfect dancefloor.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Thor Park, 3600 Genk website www.afro-latino.be
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor price 55.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Eventim Benelux
organisation Afro-Latino vzw email info@afro-latino.be
booker Johan Vrancken booker email johan.vrancken@afro-latino.be
Bart Henseler
ARS MUSICA
Classic
Established in 1989, Ars Musica is a biennal festival of contemporary music, which is well regarded and well-known in Europe. Since it started, the festival has established itself as an unmissable event in the European contemporary music calendar.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several locations, Brussels website www.arsmusica.be
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 16,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Festival Ars Musica email info@arsmusica.be
Jokko
CIRQUE@TAQUE
Free family festival for all ages in Ekeren, Antwerp.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Hof de Bist, Antwerpen website www.cirqueat.be type Outdoor
admission Free organisation Cirqueat vzw email info@cirqueat.be
BLAUBLUES
Blues edition 26
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location De Levaard, Haringe website www.blaublues.be
FACTS
type Indoor organisation F.V. BLAUBLUES email jurgen.lahoutte@telenet.be booker Jurgen Lahoutte booker email jurgen.lahoutte@telenet.be
DENDERPOP
The earliest editions of Denderpop have made it clear that Dendermonde really needed their own musical festival. The combination of an authentic festival, several artists from Dendermonde complemented with other talent, a great atmosphere and above all excellent music clearly was a match made in heaven!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Stadspark, Dendermonde website www.denderpop.be
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventbrite organisation Denderpop vzw email info@denderpop.be
CRISIS FESTIVAL
House, Pop, Rock
Crisis Festival is a music festival right in the heart of downtown picturesque Erps-Kwerps, Belgium. Founded in 2009 to help visitors forget the financial crisis, we still stick to that mission: let everyone have fun without breaking the bank! This year we celebrate our 15th edition, so expect special acts and surprises! On Friday there’s Midlife Crisis with a legendary Belgian rock band, and on Saturday a 15-hour, family-friendly festival showcasing local, rising talent on our stage.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Crisisterrein, Erps-Kwerps
website www.crisisfestival.be
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Crisis vzw email info@crisisfestival.be
booker Wannes
booker email info@crisisfestival.be
DANCE D-VISION
Dance, Hardstyle, Hard techno, House, Techno edition 14
Prepare yourself for a magical weekend full of surprises, exciting shows and unforgettable performances. Get carried away by the music, colourful decors and an energetic atmosphere. Don’t miss this adventure!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Bevegemse Vijvers, Zottegem website www.dance-d-vision.be
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 12,500
ticketer Eventim Benelux organisation Dance D-Vision email info@dance-d-vision.be
booker Dance D-Vision Artist Team
booker email artists@dance-d-vision.be
ETHNO FLANDERS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oostende
website www.ethnoflanders.be
organisation Muziekmozaïek, Jeugd & Muziek Vlaanderen
email info@ethnoflanders.be
FÊTES DE WALLONIE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Andenne-Seilles website www.leswallonie.be email festivites@ac.andenne.be
FIESTA MUNDIAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Keiheuvel-Balen, Antwerpen website www.fiestamundial.be email fiesta@fiestamundial.be
GENT FESTIVAL VAN VLAANDEREN
Attracting over 55,000 visitors each year, the Flanders Festival Ghent has become the talk of the music scene with events like ‘OdeGand’ (the big opening event), Artbeat and Parklife with a musical walking tour. The festival’s success is in great part due to its unique mix of diversity and creativity. Each year, over 180 concerts (classical and world music) are presented by more than 1500 (inter) national artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Various venues, Gent website www.gentfestival.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Gent Festival van Vlaanderen email info@festival.be
GENTSE FEESTEN
A sparkling cultural popular festival with numerous performances of various national and international artists: a unique event in Europe, thanks to the varied and free offer of (music) performances, (street)theatre, exhibitions, animation for children, fairs, parades and so much more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Gent
website www.gentsefeesten.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor admission Free
organisation Stad Gent + tientallen vzw’s email gentinfo@stad.gent
I LOVE TECHNO EUROPA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Montpellier website www.ilovetechnoeurope.com email info@livenation.be
NUIT DES CHOEURS (STEMMEN ONDER DE STERREN)
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Villers-la-Ville website www.nuitdeschoeurs.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Nuit des Choeurs email info@nuitdeschoeurs.be
LES NUITS BOTA
Folk, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban
Since 1988, the Botanique has ongaised a festival at the end of spring. With an eclectic line-up of international and local bads, Les Nuits Botanique aims to promote Belgian talent among internationally renowned artists. The festival aims to create a space where everyone feels at ease, to fully enjoy the live experience, in an intimate setting (like the Rotonde) to the big outdoor stage (Chapiteau). Once again the programme encourages discovering new and surprising bands music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Le Botanique, Brussels website www.botanique.be/en
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 3,050 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation Le Botanique
email info@botanique.be
booker Thomas Konings
booker email thomas@botanique.be
PALM PARKIES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Aalst, Sint-Niklaas, Deinze, Kapellen, Waregem, Wevelgem, Blankenberge, Torhout, Genk, Hasselt, Maasmechelen, Vilvoorde, KnokkeHeist, Middelkerke
website www.palmparkies.net
FACTS
acts 140 type Outdoor
organisation PALM PARKIES email info@parkies.be
MA FESTIVAL BRUGGE
Classic
MA Festival is a ten-day summer classical music festival in Bruges with some 25 concerts and activities. With the international MA Competition, MA Academy and the concert series Younger than Jesus, MA Festival is very much focused on young talent. In addition, activities such as the musical bike ride VéloBaroque are also very well known.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location and surroundings, Bruges website www.mafestival.be
FACTS
acts 25 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation MA Festival Brugge email info@mafestival.be
VOSTERTFEESTEN
A 3-day GlamRock festival in Bree. With local, national and international bands and artists for young and old.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Vostert website www.vostertfeesten.be type Indoor+Outdoor email info@vostertfeesten.be
Joselito
Verschaeve
PAULUSFEESTEN
edition 53
7 days free festival in the city centre of Ostend (Belgium). Paulusfeesten offers a wide range of music, street entertainment, workshops and interactive acts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Sint-Petrus-en-Paulusplein, Oostende website www.paulusfeesten.be
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Paulusfeesten vzw email secretariaat@paulusfeesten.be
UBUNTU FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Gemeentelijk Park Boom, Boom website www.ubuntufestival.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
admission Free
organisation Ubuntu Festival vzw email info@ubuntufestival.be
RECYCLART HOLIDAY
Experimental, Pop, Rock, Urban, World
Recyclart’s amazing courtyard will be packed again with delights for the summer!
Our inner courtyard is quietly coming back to life, and the giant terrace will unfold again to welcome all kinds of beauty. Music, performances, pop-up window & façade exhibitions, vegan resto, roaming interventions, DJ sets, etc etc.... Every Thursday and Friday, your favorite hustle and bustle on Manchester Street. Don’t go too far, summer gets hot enough right in your own city!
Pay what you can!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Recyclart, Brussel website www.recyclart.be acts 100 capacity 1,000 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Recyclart email info@recyclart.be
TW CLASSIC
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Festivalpark Werchter website www.twclassic.be organisation TW Classic email twclassic@inter.vlaanderen
ROOTS & ROSES FESTIVAL
edition 15
Roots & Roses is a festival where one can discover music in a pleasant, cozy and green environment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lessines
website www.rootsandroses.be/?lang=nl type Indoor+Outdoor
email reservations@ccrenemagritte.be
WECANDANCE
Dance, Hiphop, House, Minimal, Techno
WECANDANCE is an annual summer festival held on the beach in Zeebrugge. The festival owes its unique boutique identity to a blend of music, food, and fashion, three cornerstones that are brought together around a new theme for every edition..
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Beach, Zeebrugge website www.wecandance.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation WECANDANCE email info@wecandance.be
ZEVERROCK
Dance, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
Zeverrock is a pop- en rockfestival near Ghent. It takes place at the first weekend of August.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Blijpoelstraat, Zevergem website www.zeverrock.be
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 4,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation vzw zeverrock email info@zeverrock.be
booker Dagobert De Smet booker email info@zeverrock.be
BERGFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Saalbach
website www.berg-festival.com
type Indoor+Outdoor email info@berg-festival.com
SPRINGFESTIVAL
Springfestival is a mix of inspiring electronic music, art, design and technology in one of Europe’s finest second cities.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Various venues, Graz website www.springfestival.at
type Indoor+Outdoor email hello@springfestival.at
OUTLOOK FESTIVAL
Priding themselves on championing both legends of the game and the leaders of tomorrow, Outlook Festival unites the biggest, baddest and best names from dubstep, jungle, dub, drum and bass, hip-hop, grime and everything in between at their fortress home each September. With the baddest soundsystems in the world and an unparalleled line-up for any bass-obsessives.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location The Garden, Tisno website www.outlookfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation NVS Promotions Ltd email info@outlookfestival.com
EUROPAVOX
Europavox was born in the heart of Auvergne, in 2006, with the desire to show European musical diversity. With hundreds of concerts in Clermont-Ferrand but also in all parts of France and Europe, thousands of festival-goers each year, a European network that grows every year, Europavox defends a positive, citizen-centered and committed vision of Europe through all types of music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Various venues, Clermont-Ferrand
website www.europavoxfestivals.com
type Outdoor email info@europavox.com
EXIT FESTIVAL
EXIT is an award-winning summer music festival held at the Petrovaradin Fortress in the city of Novi Sad, Serbia, the European Capital of Culture in 2021 and European Youth Capital 2019. EXIT is much more than just a summer music festival, EXIT is made up of its people – it was founded in 2000 as a student movement, so as to fight for freedom and democracy in Serbia. Now, its uniqueness lies in its mind-blowing location, artistic diversity and 20+ year long history of social activism.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Petrovaradin Fortress, Novi Sad website www.exitfest.org
type Outdoor
organisation EXIT Foundation email answerme@exitfest.org
ELECTROBEACH
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Le Barcarès
website www.france-voyage.com/events/electrobeach-140.htm
type Outdoor
email info@electrobeach.com
HALDERN POP FESTIVAL
Haldern Pop Festival is located in the lovely Lower Rhine Region, close to the Dutch border. This edition embraces a wide range of musical styles, including electro, folk, chamber pop and – yes – rock music. With the audience’s attention fully focused, the 7,000 visitors can concentrate on what matters most. This festival draws its power from its music-loving guests, creating a truly special atmosphere through their kind and peaceful spirit.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Alter Reitplatz, Haldern website www.haldernpop.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Raum 3 Konzertveranstaltungs GmbH
email info@haldern-pop.de
booker Stefan Reichmann booker email info@haldern-pop.de
HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL NRW
The 13th edition of the Halloween Festival NRW 2026 at the medieval monastery of Graefenthal promises an epic experience! With themed dancefloors featuring 80s / 90s, Latin, EDM, Hardstyle and much more, plus a haunted maze, a fire show, and the techno bunker, this festival will be unforgettable. Walking acts, spooky decor, a photobooth, cocktailbar and professional photographers capture every moment, while foodcourts, and lounge areas keep guests going. It’s the ultimate Halloween experience!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kloster Graefenthal, Goch website www.kloster-graefenthal.de/events
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 3,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Kloster Graefenthal email info@kloster-graefenthal.de
MAYDAY
Hardcore,
Hardstyle, Techno
METAL HAMMER PARADISE
MAYDAY is the most traditional German indoor event for electronic music. More than 30 national and international headliners present techno, hardtechno, hardstyle and hardcore on three floors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Westfalenhallen, Dortmund website www.mayday.de
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 25,000 type Indoor price 69.00 EUR avg. day ticketer myticket
organisation I-Motion GmbH email info@mayday.de
Metal Hammer Paradise, launched in 2013, is an indoor metal festival at the holiday resort Weissenhaeuser Strand at the Baltic Sea. On two days the visitors experience 25 metal bands with full sets on three different stages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ferienpark Weissenhäuser Strand website www.metal-hammer-paradise.de
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
REEPERBAHN FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several venues, Hamburg website www.reeperbahnfestival.com/en
Christoph Eisenmenger
ROLLING STONE BEACH
The Rolling Stone Beach is an indoor festival for the whole family and has been awarded with several awards for being the best indoor festival in Europe. It takes place in november at the holiday park Weissenhaeuser Strand, located directly at the Baltic Sea.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ferienpark, Weissenhaeuser Strand website www.rollingstone-beach.de
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
TIME WARP
Time Warp DE is one the world’s most revered techno parties. Inhabiting Mannheim’s vast Maimarkthalle for over 15 hours, the multi-floor rave brings techno’s pioneers and brightest lights together under one roof. Renowned as much for the immersive environment it creates as for its unerringly impressive lineups, the festival makes ample use of lasers, lighting and visual-mapping to transform the venue into a techno wonderland.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Maimarkt, Mannheim website www.time-warp.de
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation cosmopop email wir@cosmopop.biz
Julia Schwendner
TOXICATOR
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Strictly Hard: TOXICATOR is the largest event for all harder styles in South-West Germany. International Top-DJs will play on three floors from 8pm - 6am.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Maimarkthalle, Mannheim
website www.toxicator.de
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 12,000 type Indoor ticketer myticket
organisation I-Motion GmbH
email info@toxicator.de
WAVE-GOTIK-TREFFEN
Classic, Experimental, Folk, Gothic, Rock
Wave-Gotik-Treffen is the biggest arts & music festival for the dark alternative subculture in the world. * about 20.000 folks from all over the world attend every year * about 200 bands and artists appear every year * they perform in more than 50 locations (venues) spread all over the city - in concert halls, churches, cinemas, theatres, clubs etc. * furthermore there are: readings * classical concerts * opera performances * exhibitions * and much more...
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several locations, Leipzig
website www.wave-gotik-treffen.de
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 20,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Treffen und Festspielgesellschaft für Mitteldeutschland mbH
email info@wave-gotik-treffen.de
B MY LAKE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lake Velence
website www.bmylake.hu
type Outdoor
organisation B my Lake
BALATON SOUND
Dance, Dubstep, House, Minimal, Techno
Balaton Sound brings world’s best dj’s and urban acts to the shore of Lake Balaton. Thanks to the relaxing atmosphere, temperatures of around 30 degrees and its location alongside and on top of the turquoise lake, Balaton Sound is known as the ultimate summer festival of Europe. The perfect spot to chill and sunbathe, watch beautiful sunsets and dance the night away at the best parties.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Beach of Lake Balaton, Zamárdi
website www.balatonsound.com
FACTS
capacity 170,000 type Outdoor
price 200.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Sziget Cultural Management
email info@balatonsound.nl -
VOLT FESTIVAL
Dance, Dubstep, Hiphop, Pop, Rock
While Sziget has become an indispensable part of the festival landscape, an equally interesting festival but smaller and less known among the international audience takes place elsewhere in Hungary: VOLT Festival. It’s situated in Sopron, one of the most beautiful Hungarian cities and a beloved touristic destination with several pubs, taverns and restaurants. The festival venue is close to the Hungarian-Austrian border, only 60 kms from Vienna and 80 kms from Bratislava.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Sopron
website www.volt.hu/en
FACTS
capacity 150,000 type Outdoor
organisation Sziget Cultural Management
ICELAND AIRWAVES FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Reykjavik
website www.icelandairwaves.is
organisation Iceland Airwaves ehf. email info@icelandairwaves.is
KALTERN POP FESTIVAL
The world-famous trombonist Nils Landgren wanders through the sun-kissed landscape of South Tyrol and, the same evening, in a medieval wine museum, channels his natural impressions into an unbelievable performance of improvised jazz. This is the pivotal, irresistible moment of the festival, the one which cultural cognoscenti search for the world over. Here, on three days in October, you can almost reach out and touch this enchanting proof of musical empathy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kaltern am See, Südtirol website www.kalternpop.com
type Indoor
organisation Raum 3 Konzertveranstaltungs GmbH
email info@kalternpop.com
POSITIVUS FESTIVAL
edition 18
Positivus Festival - your next festival destination - is a hidden gem in the Baltic States located in the picturesque coastal town of Salacgriva in Latvia. The festival brings a rich diversity of international chart toppers and underground emerging talent to the idyllic holiday location surrounded by woodland. With genres spanning pop, indie, synthpop, punk rock, hip hop, electronic and more alongside the very best of the local scene, there is something for every festival-goer to enjoy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lucavsala, Riga website www.positivusfestival.com
type Outdoor
organisation Positivus Music
email info@positivusfestival.com
TRENAFESTIVAL
The most exotic and exclusive culture event in Norway far, far out in the sea on the polar circle, you will find a fantastic music festival on a remote island. The small fisherman community invites 3500 festival guests for a lifetime experience. The artists, the guests, sea eagles, the mighty midnight sun, the mysterious mountains, the wind and the ocean bring love and promises of barefoot luxury. Traenafestival is the final proof that paradice is no where near the tropics…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Træna website www.trena.net
type Outdoor
organisation Trænafestivalen email jim@trena.net
SHARPE FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE
SHARPE Festival is a multi-genre music festival & conference in Bratislava. Fresh and sharp music from Slovakia, Europe and beyond + education, networking and conference. All happening in an iconic Nová Cvernovka in Bratislava, a former chemistry school turned into an independent urban cultural and art centre.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Nova Cvernovka, Bratislava website www.sharpe.sk
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation LALA music
email info@sharpe.sk
SINSAL SON ESTRELLA GALICIA
Sinsal Son Estrella Galicia is one of the most singular festivals. It takes place during the day at an island, San Simón, located on the spectacular Vigo estuary, and the audience can only arrive by taking the boats on charter to the organization. The other reason that makes Sinsal a new model of festival is the secret line-up. The audience does not know the name of the artists until they enter the island.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location San Simon Island, Redondela, Galicia
website festival.sins.al/en
type Outdoor
organisation Sinsalaudio email info@sinsalaudio.org
SUMMERDAYS FESTIVAL
Pop, Rock
The SummerDays Festival is beautifully loacated right at the shores of Lake Constance in a park with direct access to the lake. It is famous for its program with a Classic Rock night on Friday, Pop and Swiss Acts on Saturday.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Arbon
website www.summerdays.ch
type Outdoor
organisation SummerDays Festival
email contact@summerdays.ch
IN THE PARK LIVERPOOL
Pop, Rock
In the Park made its debut in 2019 with a spectacular one day event set in Liverpool’s breathtaking Sefton Park and over the years has expanded into a three-day concert series, featuring stand out performances from the likes of Catfish and the Bottlemen, Jamie Webster and Cream Classical all headlining. In the Park returns to Liverpool in 2026, full line up still to be announced but music fans can expect another stellar weekend of live music featuring some of the UK’s biggest names.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Sefton Park, Liverpool website www.intheparkfestival.com/liverpool
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Cream Global LTD email info@cream.co.uk
booker Cream Global LTD
booker email press@cream.co.uk
Daniel Gassner
IN THE PARK NEWCASTLE
Pop, Rock edition 3
In the Park made its Newcastle debut in 2024 and since then has seen performances from the likes of Fontaines DC, Rag N Bone Man and Jamie Webster to name a few. In the Park’s growing success has cemented its status as a must attend fixture in the UK Festival Calendar. In the Park Newcastle makes its triumphant return to Exhibition Park in 2026, headliners are still to be announced but fans can expect an array of legendary names for what has been tipped as its biggest edition to date!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Exhibition Park, Newcastle website www.intheparkfestival.com/newcastle
FACTS
acts 7 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Cream Global Ltd email info@cream.co.uk
booker Booker booker email info@cream.co.uk
CALENDAR
CALENDAR
JANUARY
1 January-8 March IJsbeelden Festival
6 January Klikofest 2026
9-12 January De Vrienden van Amstel LIVE
10 January B.I.T.C.H. Festival
14-17 January ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag)
15-24 January Brussels Jazz Marathon
17 January Sneeuwpop Wateringen
17-24 January Snowattack
19-26 January De Leidse Blues- en Jazzweek
22-25 January Writers Unlimited Internationaal Literatuurfestival Den Haag
24 January Supremacy - Return to the Classics
24 January TIJDMASJIEN Festival
24 January Vastenavend St. Krabbegat
24-25 January Western Experience
31 January Sneeuwbal Winterfestival
FEBRUARY
6-7 February BLUE
6-7 February Boring
6 February Das Alphen Après-Ski Fest
6-8 February Grauzone
6-7 February Irish Pub Festival
7 February Hendrick's Fest
7 February Lansinger Winterland
8 February Winterbierfestival
February Karnaval Festival
21 February Dag in de Branding
21 February Rotterdam Rave 'Kick Off'
25 February-7 March Utrecht
27 February-7 March Montréal en lumière
28 February 7 Vibes Journey
February-1 March Peelpop
MARCH
1 March Muziek bij
13-19 March Internationaal Kamermuziekfestival Schiermonnikoog
13-15 March
March Voorjaarskermis Helmond
21-22 March
March
Francois presents: The Classixs
March Rolmo's Roots Rock
March
March
25-28 March Brosella Spring Festival
28 March Bluezy Bluesfestival
March Masters of Hardcore
March
March
March
March
APRIL
April
3-5 April
3-4 April
3-5 April
April
April
April
April
April
April Aaipop
Festival
Liefde Roest Niet
Den Hout
6 April BigBand Festival
6-12 April Internation Cuban salsa festival Dias Cubanos
6-11 April Snowbombing
8-12 April IMPAKT Festival
9-12 April
April Bregepop Festival
April
April
April
April
April
April
April
April
April
April
April
17-18 April
April
18-19 April
Festival
Printemps De Bourges
Festival
Amsterdam Coffee Festival
Festival
Rock Festival
Wal Festival
25
25
25
26-27
27
27
27
27
27
27
27
29
1
1 May-30
2
5 May Bevrijdingsevenement Wageningen
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Alkmaar
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Amsterdam Het Vrije Westen
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Brabant
5 May
5 May
5 May
5 May
5 May
Flevoland
Fryslân
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Groningen
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Limburg
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Overijssel
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Zeeland
5 May
5 May
5 May
Zuid-Holland
Ilpendam
5 May Dance4Liberation Festival
5 May Het Amsterdams Verbond
8-9 May
May
May
8-9 May TAPT Festival Amsterdam Oost
May
May Elsom
May Het Weekend van de Rollende Keukens
May
Rhythm 'n Bluesfestival
22-25
22-23
22-24
22-25
22-31
22-25
22-25
22-23
22-25
CALENDAR
5-6 June
5-7 June
5-7 June
5-6 June
June
June
5-7 June
5-7 June
5-6 June TAPT Festival Nijmegen
5-14 June
5 June
5-7 June Zomerspektakel aan het meer
6-7 June 909 Festival
6 June Eurosjopper
6 June
6-7 June Festival van het Levenslied
June
6 June Korenfestival Amusing Hengelo
6-7 June Middelburg VÓLkoren
6-7 June Nijmegen Klinkt!
6-7 June Rapalje Zomerfolk Festival
June
June
June
June
June
June Zomer in De Mare
June
June
June
June
Primavera Sound
June Aaltjesdagen
12-14 June Amersfoort World Jazz Festival
12-14 June Babbels Live Festival
12-14 June Best Kept Secret Festival
12-14 June Central Park
12-14 June Grachten Festival Meppel
12-14 June Hoornse Stadsfeesten
12-14 June Into The Grave
June
June
June Oerol Festival
June
JUNE
Vrijmibo Festival
June
June
June
June
June Jeck en de City
June
June
Kitsch Club Holland
CALENDAR
JULY
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
3-5 July
3-18 July
3-5 July
3-5 July
July
July
July
July
July
July
5
18-24 July
Live aan de Kade
18 July Nederland Muziekland - Breda in Concert
18-24 July Rade aan de Kade
18-19 July Straattheaterfestival C’est La Vie
July
20-26 July Les Francofolies de Spa
21-26 July Paléo Festival Nyon
23-26 July Benatská! s Impulsem
23-26 July DAS FEST Karlsruhe
July
July Latitude
July
July
July
25-26 July Complex Festival
25 July Geheime Liefde: Tuinen van Geluk
25 July Hardclassics
July HardClassics on the Beach
July
Family Park
25-26 July Milkshake Festival
July Orbit
25 July-8 August Pride Amsterdam
July Stonehenge Festival
July Brielle Blues Festival
28 July-2 August Totaalfestival
July-1 August Wacken Open Air
30 July-2 August Arenal Sound
30 July-2 August Bestival
30 July-2 August Castlefest
July-1 August Dicky Woodstock Festival
July-2 August NATURE ONE
July-1 August Pol'and'Rock Festival
July-2 August Solar Weekend
July-2 August Beachweekend
July-9 August Lokerse Feesten
July-6 August Sneekweek
July-1 August TAPT Festival Apeldoorn
AUGUST
5-8
6-9
6-16
7-9
7-9
7-16
7-14
7-9
7-9
7-9
7-9
7-8
8
8
8
8
8-9
8-9
8
CALENDAR
August TAPT Festival Leeuwarden
August De Hollandse Zomer
August Zomerfeest Gorinchem
en Seine
August Gevarenwinkelfestival Blues & Roots
August Internationaal Folk & Seasongfestival Bie Daip
August Reading Festival
August 24-uurs Solexrace Festival
August Buitenbeenpop
August-6 September Cultura Nova
28-30 August Decibel outdoor
28 August Ekeren Zingt
28-30 August Electric Picnic
28-29 August Festival Strand
28-30 August Meerlive Festival
28-29 August Onder De Radar Festival
28-29 August Strand 90's
29-30 August ‘Uitgast, een palet van park en klank’
29 August Duikboot Festival
August Duikboot Lente Festival
August Het Nest Festival
August Hidden Garden
29 August Outdoor Stereo Festival
29 August Wooferland
29 August ZeeZout
30 August Brabantsedag
30 August Bricks & Bites
30 August Hoorn Zingt Hollands
30 August Mixtream
SEPTEMBER
3 September
3-6 September
4-5 September
4-5 September Foute Zomerfeest
4 September Remunjse Dweijelaovond
4-5 September Swing op de Brink
4-5 September TAPT Festival
4-5
4-6 September
4-6
4-5
5-6
5-6 September
5-6
OCTOBER
October Come As You Are
October Geheime Liefde presents: HRFST
October Heerlijk Hemelrijk Festival
October JekerJazz Festival
9-11 October Texel Blues
10 October Matrixx Oktoberfest
10-11 October Smartlappenfestival Tiel
18 October Brainwash
21-25 October Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE)
21-25 October Loveland ADE Shows
22-24 October Left of the Dial
23-25 October Bluesroute Helmond
24 October Mystic Garden Festival ADE
25 October Bergs BluesFestival
30 October-8 November Rotterdamse Popweek
NOVEMBER
3-8 November Crossing Border
5-8 November Le Guess Who?
6-8 November Nacht van de Wijn
7 November Snakepit
7 November TakeRoot Festival
14 November HELLDORADO
20 November Soenda Indoor Werkspoorkathedraal
20-21 November Soenda Indoor Werkspoorkathedraal
DECEMBER
2-6 December Rencontres Trans Musicales Festival
12 December MOMfest
12 December PopMonument Breda
18-31 December De Brabantse Winter
FESTIVAL INDEX
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1 Ander Festival 144
7Pop 125
7th Sunday Festival 110
7 Vibes Journey 31
18hrs 354
24-uurs Solexrace Festival 233
90S No Limits 81
538 Koningsdag 62
909 Festival 129
AAaipop 48
Aaltjesdagen 137
Absolutely Free Festival 408
A Day at the Park 35
A Festival Downtown 354
Afrikadag Festival 119
Afrikafestival Hertme 175
Afro-Latino Festival 408
Afrovibes 265
AJOC 150
Alcatraz Hard Rock & Metal Festival 309
Alegría Festival 187
Amersfoort World Jazz Festival 137
AMF (Amsterdam Music Festival) 355
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 270
Amsterdam International Salsa Festival 28
Amsterdam Open Air 355
Amsterdam Roots Festival 355
Antilliaanse Feesten 309
Antwerp Metal Fest 408
Anywave 355
APNA Holi Colour Sensation 2026 -
Official Holi Party 34
Appelpop 252
Arenal Sound 340
Ars Musica 409
ASM Festival 108
ASM Student Festival 98
Asser Bluesdagen 356
A State of Trance 31
Aurora Festival 354
Awakenings Eindhoven
(By Day & By Night) 356
Awakenings Summer Festival 179
Awakenings Upclose 93
B
Babbels Live Festival 139
Bacchus Wijnfestival 356
Badlands Festival 223
Badpop Festival 182
Balaton Sound 420
BAM! Festival 100
Baroeg Open Air 356
Bazaar Boxtel 168
Beachrockers Festival 167
Beachweekend 308
Beatz & Bandz Summerfestival 356
Bekkerveldfestival 357
Belgium Rhythm ‘n Bluesfestival Peer 288
Bemmelse Dweildag 150
Benatská! s Impulsem 340
Benenwerk - Ballroom Brugeoise 311
BERGFESTival 415
Bergs Bluesfestival 260
Bergse BluesRoute 43
Bestival 341
Best Kept Secret Festival 138
Bevrijdingsdag Enschede 70
Bevrijdingsevenement Wageningen 70
Bevrijdingsfestival 71
Bevrijdingsfestival 356
Bevrijdingsfestival Alkmaar 71
Bevrijdingsfestival Amsterdam
Het Vrije Westen 73
Bevrijdingsfestival Brabant 70
Bevrijdingsfestival Den Haag 73
Bevrijdingsfestival Drenthe 74
Bevrijdingsfestival Emmen 74
Bevrijdingsfestival Flevoland 74
Bevrijdingsfestival Fryslân 75
Bevrijdingsfestival Groningen 75 Bevrijdingsfestival Limburg 78
Bevrijdingsfestival Nijmegen 68
Bevrijdingsfestival Overijssel 78
Bevrijdingsfestival
CC2C: Country to Country 34
Cactusfestival 300
Castellumpop 360
Castlefest 209
Central Park 138
C’est la Vie 199
Circuit Festival 342
Circusstad Festival 68
Cirque@Taque 409
City of Dance 193
CityProms 162
Claiming The Crown 57
Clamotte Rock 289
Colours of Ostrava 337
Come As You Are
Complex Festival
Complexity Fest
Concert at SEA Festival 160
Conincx Pop 211
Copenhagen Distortion Festival 325 c/o pop Festival 321
Couleur Café Festival
Crammerock 317
Crazy Sexy Cool
Crossing Border
CUBE Outdoor
Culemborg Blues 229
CuliNESSE 232
Cultura Nova 235
DDag in de Branding 29
Dag van de Muziek 122
Dag van de Romantische Muziek 361
Dag van het Levenslied 85
Dag van Leeuwen / Wiellawaai 169
Dance4Liberation Festival 79
Dance D-Vision 410
Dance Valley 361
Das Alphen Après-Ski Fest 25
DAS FEST Karlsruhe 340
Dauwpop 115
De Amsterdamse Zomer 171
De Avond van Andijk
De Boeskool is Lös 212
De Bos Dweildag 252
De Brabantse Winter 279
Decibel Outdoor 236 Defqon.1 164
De Helden van Oranje 57
De Hollandse Zomer 229
De Kadefeesten 202
De Kasteeltuinconcerten 182
Dekmantel Festival 362
De Leidse Blues- en Jazzweek 19
Eurosonic Noorderslag 20
De Leuke Festival 199
Delft Chamber Music Festival 362
Delft Fringe Festival 113
De Nacht van de Kaap 362
Denderpop
Deventer Op Stelten 171
Deventer Stadsfestival
De Vrienden van Amstel LIVE 19
DGTL Festival 43
Festijn
Festival Spoffin 369
Festival Strand 235
Festival van het Levenslied 129
Festival van Zeeuwsch-Vlaanderen 368
Festival Zeeland Klassiek 163
Festival Zeeltje Rock 219
FESTIVEL 287
FestyLand 267
Fêtes De Wallonie 411
Field Day London 323
Fiesta Mundial 411
Flaeijelfeest 368
Flevoland Zomerfestival:
Festival Via Musica 369
Flinke Pink Festival 100
Flow Festival 348
Fluff Disco festival 84
FM4 Frequency Festival 349
Folkfestival Ham 311
Food Festival TREK 370
Forever Festival 188
Foute Zomerfeest 244
Free Your Mind Festival 132
Freshtival 99
Fries Straatfestival 370
Full Color Festival Kampen 151
Full Moon Festival 189
Fuse StreetRock 189
GGaellus Open Air 370
Garnizoen 288
Gaudeamus Festival 251
Geheime Liefde 69
Geheime Liefde presents: HRFST 268
Geheime Liefde: Tuinen van Geluk 206
Gelderpop 173
Genk On Stage 293
Gent Festival van Vlaanderen 411
Gent Jazz 296
Gentse Feesten 411
Gevarenwinkelfestival
Blues & Roots 313
G! Festival 338
Gildefeesten Soest 229
Gladiolen festival 290
Glemmer Beach Festival 223
Gooikoorts Folkfestival 298
Graauwrock 87
GraauwRock for Specials
Graceland Festival 217
Grachtenfestival
Grachten Festival Meppel 140
Graspop Metal Meeting 292
Grauzone 25
Grazende Zwaan 260
Greatest Hits Festival 163
Greenfield Festival 327
Green Vibrations 89
Grensrock 295
Groff festival 134
Grolsch Summer Sounds 167
Groove Garden 97
Grote beek pop 221
Ground Zero 370
Gulpener Bierfeesten 222
Haagse Holi Hangama 369
Haarlem Culinair 371
Haldern Pop Festival
Internatioal
Internationaal
Internationaal Kamermuziekfestival
Schiermonnikoog
Internationaal Kamermuziekfestival Utrecht
International
Internation
Dias Cubanos
In
In
Kingsize Arnhem
Jeck
JekerJazz
Jelling Musikfestival
Jeneverfestival
Jera On
Jolpop
Julianapop
Kaaipop
Kaderock
Kaltern
Kamping
Koningsdag
Memento
Memorylane Outdoor
M’era Luna
Merlinpop
Metal Hammer Paradise
Metz ‘The Real House Festival’ 191
Middelburg VÓLkoren 132
Midzomerfestival
Milan Summer Festival
Milkshake Festival
Misty Fields
Mixtream
MOMfest
MOMO Festival
Montmartre Sellingen
Montréal en lumière
Montreux Jazz Festival
Moonstar Music Festival
Moulin Blues Ospel
MS DOCKVILLE Festival
Musica Divina
Musica Sacra
Music Meeting Festival
Music On Festival | Weekend
Muze Misse
Muze van Zuid
Muziek bij de Buren
Muzikaal Bootwateren 155
Mystic Garden Festival
Mystic Garden Festival ADE
Nacht van de Wijn
Nach van ‘t Limburgse Leed
Nederland Muziekland -
Breda in Concert
Nederlands Bierproeffestival
Nederlands
Speciaalbier Festival
Nijmegen Klinkt!
Nirwana Tuinfeest
NJO: Muziekzomer Gelderland
NN North Sea Jazz Festival
North Sea Round Town
Remunjse Dweijelaovond 244
Rencontres Trans Musicales Festival 351
Renesse Bruist 390
Reuring Festival 391
Reurpop Festival 127
Rewire 49
Rhythm & Blues Night 67
Ribs & Blues 110
Roadburn Festival 53
Rock am Ring 326
Rock and Roll Street 254
Rock en Seine 349
Rock Herk 303
Rock im Park 326
Rock in Rio Lissabon 329
Rock Olmen 307
Rock Werchter 297
Rock Zottegem 299
Rolling Stone Beach 418
Rolmo’s Roots Rock 284
Ronquieres Festival 308
Roots & Roses Festival 414
Roskilde Festival 331
Rosrock 391
Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival 174
Rotterdam Rave ‘Kick Off’ 29
Rotterdamse Popweek 274
Rotterdam Unlimited Zomercaranaval 391
Royal Dutch 61
Royal Park Live 392
Ruhr-in-Love 334
Ruisrock 333
SSama Sama Maluku Festival 180
Sambafestival 392
Schalkwijk aan Zee 392
Schanspop Siddeburen 87
Schemerstad 393
Schoolrock Festival 288
Sea Bottom 393
Sea You Festival 339
Sencity Festival 52
Septemberpop 260
Sfinks Mixed 307
Shangri-La Festival 2026 215
SHARPE festival & conference 421
Shutdown Festival 346
Simmerdeis 159
Sinsal Son Estrella Galicia 422
Sjock Festival 301
Skêndel Zwingt 393
Skive Festival 326
Sleazefest 393
SLEUTERROCK 285
Smartlappenfestival Amersfoort 55
Smartlappenfestival Tiel 271
Smartlappenfestival Utrecht 394
Smashed Potatoes Festival 216
Smeerboel Festival 257
SMÈRRIG Koningsdag Festival 65
Snakepit 277
Sneekweek 209
Sneeuwbal Winterfestival 24
Sneeuwpop Wateringen 19
Snertpop 134
Sniester 102
Snollebollekes Live in Concert 40
Snowattack
TAPT Festival Rotterdam
TAPT Festival Utrecht
TAPT Festival Zwolle
Taptoe Alphen a/d Rijn
Taribush Kuna Festival 41
Taubertal-Festival
Texel Blues
The Amsterdam Coffee Festival 54
Theaterfestival Boulevard
Theaterfestival de Parade
The Crave Festival
The Great Escape
THE LIFE I LIVE Koningsnacht
The Overkill festival
This Is Ska
Tuna Festival
Ubbink Doesburg Jazz
Uitfeest
‘Uitgast, een palet van park en klank’
VVainstream Rockfest
Vastenavend St. Krabbegat 22
Veenhoop Festival 195
Veerplas Festival 148
Veerplas Vrijmibo Festival 144
Veerse Dag 254
Veggieworld Utrecht 31
Verknipt Festival 135
Verknipt Kingsday 67
VERKNIPT X F2F | ZIGGO
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